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eject

11 synonyms and 0 antonyms for eject, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Verb — To force someone to leave a place.

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boot out drive out evict kick out oust turf out

How to use eject

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eject a player eject the disc ejector seat

Etymology

From Latin eicere ("to throw out"), from e- ("out") + iacere ("to throw").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “eject” mean?

The word “eject” means to force someone to leave a place. In plain terms, to forcefully remove, expel, or launch something or someone out.

How do you pronounce “eject”?

“Eject” is pronounced ih-JEHKT (/ɪˈd͡ʒɛkt/ in IPA).

How do you use “eject” in a sentence?

Here is “eject” used in a sentence: “Security ejected the heckler from the theater.”

What is another word for “eject”?

Words with a similar meaning to “eject” include boot out, discharge, dismiss, drive out, evict and expel.

What part of speech is “eject”?

“Eject” is a verb.

Where does the word “eject” come from?

The word “eject” comes from Latin. From Latin eicere ("to throw out"), from e- ("out") + iacere ("to throw").

How many meanings does “eject” have?

“Eject” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to force someone to leave a place.

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