Synonyms for

Exiting

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

Definition

The act of leaving or going out.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

departing withdrawing leaving

Informal

bailing splitting heading out skipping

Literary

departing fleeing quitting

Antonyms

entering arriving coming joining beginning starting inhabiting

Common collocations

  • exiting the building
  • exiting the room
  • exiting the premises
  • exiting the stage
  • exiting the vehicle
  • exiting the highway
  • exiting the competition

Word family

noun exit
verb exit
adjective exiting

Usage note

While 'exiting' is a common present participle, the noun 'exit' is more frequently used to refer to the act or place of leaving.

Example sentences

  1. I am exiting the room now.
  2. They are exiting the building.
  3. He is exiting the car.
  4. The animals are exiting the forest.
  5. She is exiting the store.

Quotes

  • Exiting the dictionary is not an option.
  • I'm not exiting, I'm just going to another stage.
  • Exiting your comfort zone is hard in the beginning, but it gets easier with practice.

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