BANISHMENTS Synonyms: 21 Similar and Opposite Words

banishments

noun

plural of banishment

as in expulsions

the forced removal from a homeland when Romeo learns he has been sentenced to banishment, he claims it is worse than death because he will be separated from Juliet forever

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Recent Examples of banishments After eight episodes, six banishments (both failed and successful), and one controversial blue sweater, Colton Underwood was officially murdered on The Traitors, thus ending the time of one of Season 4’s most controversial contestants. —

Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 6 Feb. 2026 Underwood has been one of the most vocal Faithfuls this season and has led the charge on a number of misguided Faithful banishments, giving Rinna some room to maneuver out from under his argument. —

Megan McCluskey, Time, 30 Jan. 2026

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Data cited in the case shows Black students and students with disabilities are disproportionately impacted by expulsions in Cobb County.

— Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 22 Mar. 2026
The plan also aims to boost a culturally responsive curriculum, including lessons on Black history and culture, and reduce out-of-school suspensions and expulsions for Black students by 40%.

— Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 14 Mar. 2026