adj Uncommon

banished

BA-nihsht

Banished (adj) means Forced to leave and forbidden from returning; exiled. Example: “The banished prince lived the rest of his life abroad.”

adj

Forced to leave and forbidden from returning; exiled.

"The banished prince lived the rest of his life abroad."

How to use banished

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In plain EnglishDescribes someone who has been formally exiled or cast out.

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Rhymes for banished

fished famished vanished polished punished finished cherished furnished published nourished anguished tarnished

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Frequently asked questions

What does “banished” mean?

The word “banished” means forced to leave and forbidden from returning; exiled. In plain terms, describes someone who has been formally exiled or cast out.

How do you pronounce “banished”?

“Banished” is pronounced BA-nihsht (/ˈbænɪʃt/ in IPA).

How do you use “banished” in a sentence?

Here is “banished” used in a sentence: “The banished prince lived the rest of his life abroad.”

What part of speech is “banished”?

“Banished” is an adjective.

Is “banished” a common word?

“Banished” is an uncommon word in modern English.