emigration

The word “emigration” has 4 syllables: em-i-gra-tion

It's pronounced as /ˌɛmɪˈɡreɪʃən/

What is synonym and antonym for emigration?

In the thesaurus, “emigration” has 30 synonyms and 7 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for emigration along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for emigration

abandonment
decamping
decampment
departing
departure
diaspora
disembarkation
egress
embarkation
embarkment
evacuation
exit
exiting
exodus
farewell
flight
forsaking
going
leave
leave-taking
lighting out
outgo
parting
quitting
relinquishment
retirement
retreat
running away
walking out
withdrawal

Antonyms for emigration

advent
appearance
approach
arrival
coming
entrance
ingress

Meanings of emigration

noun
1. The act of emigrating; movement of a person or persons out of a country or national region, for the purpose of permanent relocation of residence.
2. A body of emigrants; emigrants collectively.

Example Sentences

The country experienced a wave of emigration during the economic crisis.
Laws were passed to control the rising emigration rates.
His novel tells the story of emigration and cultural adaptation.
The museum documents the history of emigration over two centuries.
Political unrest often leads to increased emigration.

On this page you'll find 37 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to emigration, such as: abandonment, advent, appearance, approach, arrival, coming, decamping.

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