departed (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /dɪˈpɑːrtɪd/

Definition

Left a place, especially to start a journey.

Examples

• The flight departed on time.

• She departed from her usual routine to surprise him.

• He departed this life peacefully at home.

How to Use departed

depart from (prepositional phrase)

To leave a place or person. — "She decided to depart from her usual route to see the sights."

depart on (prepositional phrase)

To begin a journey. — "The ship departed on its maiden voyage."

Synonyms of departed

Words with a similar meaning to departed:

• left
• went
• withdrew
• exited
• relocated

Antonyms of departed

Words with the opposite meaning to departed:

• arrived
• stayed
• returned

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