Exodus (Noun)
Meaning 1
The second book of the Old Testament: tells of the departure of the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt led by Moses; God gave them the Ten Commandments and the rest of Mosaic law on Mount Sinai during the Exodus.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
A journey by a large group to escape from a hostile environment.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The refugees made a desperate exodus from the war-torn country, seeking safety in neighboring lands.
- A massive exodus of people from the coastal city was underway as the Category 5 hurricane bore down on the shore.
- The ancient Israelites' exodus from Egypt is one of the most famous in history, with its dramatic parting of the Red Sea.
- After the nuclear meltdown, an exodus of residents from the surrounding villages was expedited by government authorities.
- The severe drought prompted an exodus of farmers from the parched fields to more fertile regions in search of better livelihoods.