evacuate
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for evacuate, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To leave a dangerous place, or move people out of one, for their safety.
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How to use evacuate
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Etymology
From Latin ēvacuō, "to empty out" — first used in English around 1526.
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What does “evacuate” mean?
The word “evacuate” means to leave a dangerous place, or move people out of one, for their safety. In plain terms, to clear people out of a dangerous area, or to empty something out.
How do you pronounce “evacuate”?
“Evacuate” is pronounced ih-VAK-yoo-ayt (/ɪˈvæk.ju.eɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “evacuate” in a sentence?
Here is “evacuate” used in a sentence: “Residents were told to evacuate before the hurricane made landfall.”
What part of speech is “evacuate”?
“Evacuate” is a verb.
Where does the word “evacuate” come from?
The word “evacuate” dates back to around 1526 and comes from Latin. From Latin ēvacuō, "to empty out" — first used in English around 1526.
Is “evacuate” a common word?
“Evacuate” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “evacuate” have?
“Evacuate” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to leave a dangerous place, or move people out of one, for their safety.