Pronunciation

/ˈdeɪpərtʃər/

Definitions

Noun

1. Departure: The act of leaving or going away from a place, a position, or a situation. “The departure of the train was imminent.”
2. Leaving: The act of going away from a location or event. “Their departure from the city marked the end of their vacation.”
3. Change of plans: A shift in one’s intended course of action. “The sudden departure of the project plan caused delays.”

Verb

1. To depart: To leave or go away, often with a specific destination or intention. “We will depart for Paris tomorrow morning.”
2. To diverge: To move away from a previous course or subject. “The discussion departed from the original topic.”

Adjective

1. Departing: Relating to departure or departure time. “The departing flight was scheduled for 6 PM.”

Phrases

• “Take off/leave for departure” means to begin a journey or leave for a destination.
• “Final departure” refers to the last or conclusive departure.
• “Withdrawing or departing from a commitment” implies breaking a promise or agreement.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “After the ceremony, the guests began to depart for their homes.”
• Verb: “They had to depart early due to unforeseen circumstances.”
• Adjective: “The departing passengers waited patiently at the gate.”

Synonyms

• Exit
• Departure from
• Exitance
• Farewell
• Goodbye
• Withdrawal
• Departure point
• Departure lounge