Synonyms of good-bye

good-bye

noun

gu̇d-ˈbī 

variants or good-by

as in farewell

an expression of good wishes at parting

said our good-byes and headed for home

Synonyms & Similar Words

• farewell
• Godspeed
• ave
• bon voyage
• adieu
• congé
• send-off
• au revoir
• leave-taking

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• salute
• salutation
• hello
• welcome
• greeting(s)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of good-bye

Lestat has hired the witch Merrick Mayfair (Sarah Afful) to commune with Claudia’s spirit so that Louis can properly say good-bye to their dead sister-daughter. — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 15 July 2026

As the tour concludes, the girls wave good-bye to the leasing officer. — Clio Chang, Curbed, 14 July 2026

Retiring Pelosi launching institute Nancy Pelosi is saying good-bye to Congress but not politics. — Kristin Scharkey, USA Today, 29 June 2026

Kopitar, who announced in September that this season would be his last, gave an emotional good-bye speech to the fans after the final regular-season home game. — Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026

The patriotic evening saw five contestants perform, the introduction of the season's final wildcard and an emotional good-bye. — Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 5 Feb. 2026

Because that's what Wael's wish was, 'To say good-bye to my dad. — Marwa Mouaki, ABC News, 3 Feb. 2026

However, the Patriots can kiss Howell good-bye if he isn't taken 25th by the Chicago Bears. — Zoe Collins Rath, Austin American Statesman, 31 Jan. 2026

As confetti filled the room, the girls gave their final thanks and good-byes, with their dancers and band. — Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026

Phrases Containing good-bye

• kiss good-bye