eject
12 synonyms and 4 antonyms for eject, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To force someone to leave a place.
Synonyms
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. verb
To force someone to leave a place.
“Security ejected the heckler from the theater.”
Opposites
How to use eject
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
eject a player
eject the disc
ejector seat
Etymology
From Latin eicere ("to throw out"), from e- ("out") + iacere ("to throw").
Full origin of eject →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.
