egress
3 antonyms and opposites of egress, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A way out, or the act of leaving a place.
Antonyms
How to use egress
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Mostly used in technical, legal, or safety contexts (building codes, aviation) rather than everyday speech.
Etymology
From Latin egressus, from egredi ("to go out"), built from ex- ("out") + gradi ("to step, walk").
Full origin of egress →Frequently asked questions
What does “egress” mean?
The word “egress” means a way out, or the act of leaving a place. In plain terms, a formal word for an exit, or for the act of leaving.
How do you pronounce “egress”?
“Egress” is pronounced EEG-rehs (/ˈiːɡɹɛs/ in IPA).
How do you use “egress” in a sentence?
Here is “egress” used in a sentence: “The building code requires a second means of egress in case of fire.”
What is the opposite of “egress”?
The opposite of “egress” — its antonyms — are come in, enter and go in.
What part of speech is “egress”?
Depending on how it is used, “egress” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “egress” come from?
The word “egress” comes from Latin. From Latin egressus, from egredi ("to go out"), built from ex- ("out") + gradi ("to step, walk").
How many meanings does “egress” have?
“Egress” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a way out, or the act of leaving a place.