egress
8 synonyms and 4 antonyms for egress, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A way out, or the act of leaving a place.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A way out, or the act of leaving a place.
“The building code requires a second means of egress in case of fire.”
Opposites
How to use egress
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
means of egress
points of egress
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.
