Synonyms for

Deserting

Verb / ˈdezɜ:tɪŋ / Another word for deserting — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of leaving or abandoning someone or something.

Synonyms & similar words

forsake abandon desolate desert defect abandoning forsaking leaving quitting departing evacuating withdrawing escaping betraying relinquishing defecting renouncing discontinuing abdicating dropping rejecting vacating disengaging retreating

Example sentences

  1. He is deserting his family.
  2. The soldier was court-martialed for deserting his post.
  3. The company is deserting the old product line.
  4. He accused her of deserting him during his time of need.
  5. The prisoner attempted to escape by deserting the prison.

Quotes

  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts. - Winston Churchill
  • It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop. - Confucius
  • Deserting the world is not the same as overcoming it. - Orson Scott Card

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