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banishment Synonyms

Another word for banishment

Choosing another word for banishment depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The punishment of being forced to leave a country or place by official decree; the state of being exiled.

Usage Example

"The ancient philosopher spent a decade in exile on a remote island after criticizing the emperor."

Strongest
exile
expulsion
Strong
deportation
expatriation
ostracism
relegation
proscription
Weak
eviction

• noun (Context 2)

The act of driving away, dismissing, or getting rid of something unwanted, such as a thought, feeling, or practice.

Usage Example

"A quiet walk through the forest helped bring about the complete dismissal of his everyday worries."

Strong
dismissal
elimination
eradication
removal
exclusion
rejection

Opposites of banishment

The opposite of banishment shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

repatriation
readmission
acceptance
inclusion
reinstatement
retention
admission
welcome
See all opposites of banishment

• Nearby Words

bangle
bangs
banish
banishment
banister
banistered
banjax

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Banishment. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/banishment
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