Synonyms for

Leave

Verb / li:v / Another word for leave — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to go away from someone or something

Synonyms & similar words

impart goaway depart leaveofabsence disinherit goforth getout give goout enter will forget leavebehind allowfor lead leavetaking pullupstakes exit result entrust bequeath allow passon arrive farewell depart exit vacate abandon withdraw retreat disappear flee evacuate quit relinquish cede resign surrender yield forfeit

Synonyms by register

Formal

depart exit withdraw relinquish

Informal

split bounce scram take off bail

Literary

forsake quit abdicate

Antonyms

stay remain arrive come enter occupy tarry

Common collocations

  • leave home
  • leave office
  • leave town
  • leave behind
  • leave a message
  • leave it to me
  • leave out
  • leave alone

Word family

noun leave
verb leave
adjective leaving

Usage note

The verb 'leave' can be transitive (leave the room) or intransitive (leave at noon). Be mindful of the phrasal verbs like 'leave out' (omit) and 'leave behind' (forget).

Example sentences

  1. I will leave school at 3 pm.
  2. Please leave the room quietly.
  3. She decided to leave her job and travel.
  4. The train is leaving the station now.
  5. I will leave the money on the table for you.

Quotes

  • The best things in life are the people we love, the places we've been, and the memories we've made along the way.
  • The biggest adventure you can ever take is to live the life of your dreams.
  • Don't watch the clock; do what it does. Keep going.

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