evacuation
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for evacuation, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The organized removal of people from a dangerous place.
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Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
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How to use evacuation
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French evacuation, from Late Latin ēvacuātiō — built on the same root as evacuate.
Full origin of evacuation →Frequently asked questions
What does “evacuation” mean?
The word “evacuation” means the organized removal of people from a dangerous place. In plain terms, moving people out of danger, or, in medical contexts, the body getting rid of waste.
How do you pronounce “evacuation”?
“Evacuation” is pronounced ih-vak-yoo-AY-shuhn (/ɪˌvækjuˈeɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “evacuation” in a sentence?
Here is “evacuation” used in a sentence: “The evacuation of the coastal towns went smoothly.”
What part of speech is “evacuation”?
“Evacuation” is a noun.
Where does the word “evacuation” come from?
The word “evacuation” comes from Late Latin. From Old French evacuation, from Late Latin ēvacuātiō — built on the same root as evacuate.
Is “evacuation” a common word?
“Evacuation” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “evacuation” have?
“Evacuation” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the organized removal of people from a dangerous place.
What is the difference between evacuation and relocation?
Evacuation refers specifically to the organized removal of people from a dangerous place, usually done urgently for safety reasons such as a natural disaster or fire. Relocation is a broader term that can describe any move to a new location, whether urgent or planned, dangerous or routine.
What triggers an evacuation?
An evacuation is typically triggered by an immediate danger to a population, such as a wildfire, flood, hurricane, or chemical spill, that makes staying in place unsafe.
Does "evacuation" only refer to moving people away from danger?
No, "evacuation" also has a specific medical meaning referring to the discharge of waste from the body, such as during a bowel movement. This sense is distinct from the more common use describing the emergency removal of people from a dangerous place.