Synonyms for

Deporting

Verb / dɪˈpɔ:rtɪŋ / Another word for deporting — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Deporting means to expel a person from a country, especially because they have no legal right to be there or have broken immigration law.

Synonyms & similar words

deport comport exile extradite repatriate acquit bear deliver expatriate conduct carry behave banishing displacing evicting expelling extraditing ousting removing ejecting sacking firing terminating dismissing releasing

Example sentences

  1. The government is deporting illegal immigrants who have broken the law.
  2. The deporting of criminals is a necessary measure to keep our country safe.
  3. The family was devastated when they received the news that they were being deported.
  4. The government has the right to deport people who enter the country illegally.
  5. The lawyer fought hard to prevent the deportation of his client.

Quotes

  • We are a nation of immigrants, but we are also a nation of laws. We must enforce our immigration laws, but we can do so while still showing compassion for those who are affected by the deporting process. - Nancy Pelosi
  • Deporting millions of people is not just unrealistic - it's inhumane. We need to find a way to provide a path to citizenship for those who are already here and contribute to our society. - Bernie Sanders
  • The deporting of innocent people is a tragedy that we cannot ignore. We must work together to create a fair and just immigration system that protects the rights of all people. - Kamala Harris

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