A2verb1K

Remove

UK /["/rɪˈmuːv/","/rɪˈmuːvz/","/rɪˈmuːvd/","/rɪˈmuːvɪŋ/"]/US /["/rɪˈmuːv/","/rɪˈmuːvz/","/rɪˈmuːvd/","/rɪˈmuːvɪŋ/"]/

Definition

to take somebody/something away from a place

In simple words: To take something away or get rid of it.

Examples

  • Please remove the stain from the carpet.
  • You need to remove that file from your computer.
  • I had to remove my shoes before entering the house.
  • They asked him to remove his name from the list.
  • You can remove the lid to access the contents inside.
  • To remove doubts, she explained her decision clearly.
  • It’s important to remove distractions while studying.
  • He decided to remove the old wallpaper from the wall.

Usage notes

Use 'remove' in neutral contexts, such as formal writing or conversations. It is less common in informal speech where simpler words like 'take away' might be preferred.

Grammar pattern

remove + object

Memory hint

Remember 'remove' as 're-move' — think of moving something out of the way.

Collocations

  • altogether
  • completely
  • entirely
  • try to
  • be possible to
  • be difficult to
  • for
  • from
  • with
  • altogether
  • completely
  • entirely
  • try to
  • be possible to
  • be difficult to
  • for
  • from
  • with

Synonyms

  • take away
  • eliminate
  • withdraw
  • extract
  • dispose of

Antonyms

  • add
  • include

Common mistakes

  • Confusing 'remove' with 'erase' — 'erase' is often used for writing or drawings.
  • Using 'remove' without a clear object — remember to specify what is being removed.
  • Incorrectly using 'removal' as a verb.