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Departure (Noun)

Meaning 1

A variation that deviates from the standard or norm; "the deviation from the mean".

Classification

Nouns denoting natural events.

Examples

  • The new policy's departure from traditional management styles has raised some eyebrows among investors.
  • The artist's use of unconventional materials marked a significant departure from her previous work.
  • The company's decision to downsize was a departure from its long-standing commitment to job security.
  • The departure from traditional notions of beauty was a hallmark of the avant-garde movement.
  • The economist's departure from classical theory sparked a heated debate among her peers.

Synonyms

  • Divergence
  • Difference
  • Deviation

Hypernyms

  • Fluctuation
  • Variation

Hyponyms

  • Driftage
  • Flection
  • Inflection
  • Discrepancy
  • Variance

Related Words

  • Depart (verb)

Meaning 2

The act of departing.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Synonyms

  • Going Away
  • Leaving
  • Going

Hypernyms

  • Human Action
  • Deed
  • Human Activity

Hyponyms

  • Despatch
  • Leave-taking
  • Embarkment
  • Embarkation
  • Disappearing
  • Shipment
  • Parting
  • Leave

Related Words

  • Depart (verb)

Meaning 3

Euphemistic expressions for death; "thousands mourned his passing".

Classification

Nouns denoting natural events.

Usages

  • Euphemism

Examples

  • The family announced his departure with great sadness, surrounded by loved ones.
  • Her departure from this world was met with an outpouring of grief from the community.
  • The news of his departure sent shockwaves through the industry, where he was a beloved figure.
  • After a long illness, her departure was a peaceful one, surrounded by her family.
  • The church was packed as thousands gathered to pay their respects following his departure.

Synonyms

  • Exit
  • Expiration
  • Loss
  • Passing
  • Release
  • Going

Hypernyms

  • Death
  • Decease

Related Words

  • Depart (verb)
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