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
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Forced to leave and forbidden from returning; exiled.
"The banished prince lived the rest of his life abroad."
How to use banished
Learner’s notesIn 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
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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.
