banishment
0 antonyms and opposites of banishment, grouped by meaning.
Noun — The act of forcing someone to leave a place, or the state of being exiled.
How to use banishment
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
sentenced to banishment
years of banishment
Etymology
Simply banish plus the noun-forming suffix -ment.
Full origin of banishment →Frequently asked questions
What does “banishment” mean?
The word “banishment” means the act of forcing someone to leave a place, or the state of being exiled. In plain terms, the formal act or state of being exiled from a place.
How do you pronounce “banishment”?
“Banishment” is pronounced BA-nihsh-muhnt (/ˈbænɪʃmənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “banishment” in a sentence?
Here is “banishment” used in a sentence: “His banishment lasted nearly a decade before he was allowed to return home.”
What is another word for “banishment”?
Words with a similar meaning to “banishment” include exile.
What part of speech is “banishment”?
“Banishment” is a noun.