Synonyms for

Migrated

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

Definition

to move from one place to another, often for a long distance or period of time

Synonyms & similar words

transmigrate migrate move relocate shift transplant travel journey trek roam wander emigrate flee escape depart withdraw retreat evacuate displace transfer mobilize

Synonyms by register

Formal

relocated transferred displaced moved

Informal

moved out headed off hit the road

Literary

journeyed sojourned wandered

Antonyms

stayed remained settled rooted anchored resided

Common collocations

  • migrated south
  • migrated north
  • migrated to
  • migrated from
  • birds migrated
  • people migrated
  • data migrated
  • system migrated

Word family

noun migration
verb migrate
adjective migratory

Usage note

Often used for animals, people, or data moving from one place to another. Can imply a large-scale movement.

Example sentences

  1. The family migrated to a new country for a better life.
  2. The butterflies migrate to warmer climates during the winter months.
  3. The whales migrate to mating grounds every year.
  4. The birds migrate in large flocks.
  5. The herds of animals migrate across the savanna each year.

Quotes

  • "We all have to migrate, or else we would all be still living in Africa." - Paul McCartney
  • "If I had to advise parents, I should tell them to take great care about the people with whom their children associate . . . Much harm may result from bad company, and we are inclined by nature to follow what is worse than what is better." - George Washington
  • "I think we all migrate to where we're appreciated." - George Lois

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