Exodus

usgb/ˈeksədəs/
noun

A lot of people leaving a place at the same time.

After the war, there was a massive exodus of people from the country to safer places.
Visual representation of "exodus" - A lot of people leaving a place at the same time

Often appears as...

  • massive exodus
  • sudden exodus
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Scale of Movement

Use 'exodus' to describe a large-scale departure, not for small groups or individuals.

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The factory's closure caused an exodus of workers from the town.
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Often Negative

'Exodus' often implies an escape from negative conditions such as conflict or disaster.

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The economic crisis led to an exodus of young professionals seeking better opportunities abroad.
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Historical Usage

'Exodus' can be used to refer to historical mass migrations, often studied in history lessons.

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The Great Plains experienced an exodus during the Dust Bowl of the 1930s.
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