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

For allegedly breaking the school’s protest rules, the student could — if found responsible — face sanctions including denial of access to campus, suspension and even expulsion. — Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 3 Oct. 2026

In the current case, Cornell conducted Title IX proceedings that resulted in expulsions and suspensions, and the Chi Phi chapter was closed. — Jennifer Obel, Chicago Tribune, 2 Oct. 2026

Sissi's comments echoed Egypt's unequivocal refusal of a permanent Palestinian expulsion into neighboring countries. — Arkansas Online, 30 Sep. 2026

The university said its Title IX proceedings resulted in a range of sanctions, including expulsions and suspensions. — Janelle Griffith, PEOPLE, 29 Sep. 2026