Synonyms of expulsion

expulsion

noun

ik-ˈspəl-shən 

as in deportation

the forced removal from a homeland

the ruthless expulsion of the French-speaking Acadians from Nova Scotia by the British

Synonyms & Similar Words

• deportation
• displacement
• migration
• banishment
• emigration
• exile
• dispersion
• evacuation
• expatriation
• relegation
• ejection
• extradition
• diaspora
• scattering
• transportation
• ostracism
• ouster
• dispossession

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• return
• repatriation
• arrival
• immigration
• entry

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of expulsion

If a violation is found, schools can impose sanctions up to suspension or expulsion, and both parties have the right to appeal. — Ray Sanchez, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2026

Cornell’s disciplinary proceedings have resulted in different sanctions for different students, including expulsions and suspensions. — Debbie Millman, Time, 22 Oct. 2026

For those who remained, citizenship became a form of insurance against expulsion; once they were designated as citizens of Israel, their removal became legally much more difficult. — Tamir Sorek, The Conversation, 20 Oct. 2026

The men faced a range of disciplinary action, from reflection papers to suspensions and expulsions, The New York Times reported. — Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 8 Oct. 2026