interjection

begone

bee-GON

Begone (interjection) means an old-fashioned way of ordering someone or something to leave immediately. Example: “Begone!" the wizard shouted at the intruding spirit.”

interjection

An old-fashioned way of ordering someone or something to leave immediately.

""Begone!" the wizard shouted at the intruding spirit."

How to use begone

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA dramatic, old-fashioned way of saying "go away!"

When to use it

Archaic and theatrical — used today mostly for humorous or fantasy effect.

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Etymology

A fusion of "be" and "gone" — literally telling someone to "be gone," i.e., to leave at once.

Rhymes for begone

one bone done gone none tone lone hone cone zone stone phone

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Frequently asked questions

What does “begone” mean?

The word “begone” means an old-fashioned way of ordering someone or something to leave immediately. In plain terms, a dramatic, old-fashioned way of saying "go away!".

How do you pronounce “begone”?

“Begone” is pronounced bee-GON (/biːˈɡɒn/ in IPA).

How do you use “begone” in a sentence?

Here is “begone” used in a sentence: “"Begone!" the wizard shouted at the intruding spirit.”

What part of speech is “begone”?

“Begone” is an interjection.