| Main Entry: |
evict |
| Part of Speech: |
verb |
| Definition: |
throw out from residence |
Synonyms: |
boot out,
bounce*,
chase, dislodge,
dismiss, dispossess, eject,
expel, extrude, force out, heave-ho, kick out,
oust,
out, put out,
remove, send packing, show out, show the door, shut out, toss out on ear, turn out
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Antonyms: |
admit, board, include, lease, receive, rent, take in, welcome
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* = informal/non-formal usage
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