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

The film begins with Andy, a newcomer to his high school in Southern Germany, being caught on camera threatening other students, and as a result he is faced with expulsion. — Leo Barraclough, Variety, 5 Sep. 2026

In Season 3, Ruby has been suspended from the elite Maxton Hall College, and all evidence points to James being responsible for her expulsion. — Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 1 Sep. 2026

The 1948 Arab–Israeli War culminated in the establishment of Israel and the expulsion of nearly 700,000 Palestinians from their homes. — Matthew Wills, JSTOR Daily, 31 Aug. 2026

Among other goals, the plan looks to close academic gaps, double the number of Black male teachers and reduce out-of-school suspensions and expulsions for Black students. — Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026