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Departure

UK /["/dɪˈpɑːtʃə(r)/"]/US /["/dɪˈpɑːrtʃər/"]/

Definition

an act of leaving a place

In simple words: The act of leaving a place.

Examples

  • The departure of the flight was delayed due to bad weather.
  • Everyone was excited about the departure of their team for the championship.
  • His sudden departure from the company surprised everyone.
  • After a long departure, the train finally arrived at the station.
  • The departure point for the hike is near the parking lot.

Usage notes

Use 'departure' in contexts about travel or leaving. It’s neutral and suitable for formal and casual situations but may not be the best choice for very informal conversations.

Grammar pattern

departure + from + location

Memory hint

Think of 'depart'—when someone leaves, their 'departure' takes place.

Collocations

  • abrupt
  • sudden
  • hasty
  • make
  • hasten
  • delay
  • point
  • date
  • time
  • before departure
  • prior to departure
  • on departure
  • the day, time, etc. of departure
  • the point of departure
  • abrupt
  • sudden
  • hasty
  • make
  • hasten
  • delay
  • point
  • date
  • time
  • before departure
  • prior to departure
  • on departure
  • the day, time, etc. of departure
  • the point of departure
  • new
  • big
  • complete
  • be
  • mark
  • represent
  • departure from

Synonyms

  • leaving
  • exit
  • departure time
  • takeoff

Antonyms

  • arrival

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'departure' when meaning 'arrival'.
  • Incorrectly using 'depart' instead of 'departure' as a noun.
  • Using 'departure' without indicating what is being departed from.