Synonyms for

Evacuate

Verb / ɪˈvækjʌˌeɪt / / i:ˈvækjʌˌeɪt / Another word for evacuate — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to leave or be removed from a place of danger

Synonyms & similar words

void empty abandon exit flee remove retreat withdraw empty evict displace dislodge uproot vacate depart escape quit

Synonyms by register

Formal

withdraw remove displace relocate

Informal

clear out get out move out leave

Literary

flee depart abandon

Antonyms

occupy populate inhabit settle remain stay enter

Common collocations

  • evacuate the area
  • evacuate the building
  • evacuate the premises
  • evacuate civilians
  • evacuate patients
  • evacuate residents
  • evacuate under orders

Word family

noun evacuation
verb evacuate
adjective evacuatory

Usage note

Primarily used in contexts of danger or emergency, such as natural disasters or military conflict. It implies a forced or necessary departure.

Example sentences

  1. During the hurricane, people had to evacuate their homes.
  2. The school had to evacuate because of a gas leak.
  3. The building was evacuated due to a bomb threat.
  4. When there was a fire, we had to evacuate the house quickly.
  5. The town was evacuated before the hurricane hit.

Quotes

  • 'Prepare and prevent, don't repair and repent.' -Author Unknown
  • 'The time to repair the roof is when the sun is shining.' -John F. Kennedy
  • 'By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.' -Benjamin Franklin

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