Synonyms for

Evictions

Verb / ɪˈvɪkʃʌnz / Another word for evictions — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of legally forcing someone to leave a property or land, usually because they have not paid their rent or mortgage.

Synonyms & similar words

eviction legalouster constructiveeviction dispossession expulsion removal ejection dispossession dislodgment banishment exile ouster deportation emigration withdrawal exclusion ousting elimination departure eliminating

Example sentences

  1. The family faced evictions from their home after they fell behind in their payments.
  2. The landlord had to file for evictions after the tenant refused to leave.
  3. Evictions can be a difficult and emotional process for both the landlord and the tenant.
  4. The government has put a temporary halt on evictions during the pandemic.
  5. Evictions can have a huge impact on a family's stability and well-being.

Quotes

  • "The Bible says forgive your enemies, but it doesn't say you have to evict them from your building." - Joan Crawford
  • "We can't have people showing up at our door who have committed crimes in the community and lost their public housing because of those crimes. We can't be evicting people who have been victims of domestic violence and have called the police for help." - Julián Castro
  • "The rent is too damn high, and the eviction rate is too damn high too." - Jimmy McMillan

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