withdraw from

phrasal verb

Pronunciation: wɪðˈdrɔː frɒm

Definition

Remove oneself from a place, activity, or group, often due to a change in circumstances or lack of interest.

Examples

• The candidate chose to withdraw from the race just days before the election.

• She decided to withdraw from the university course because it conflicted with her work schedule.

• Several countries have threatened to withdraw from the international treaty if the terms are not renegotiated.

Synonyms of withdraw from

Words with a similar meaning to withdraw from:

• leave
• quit
• pull out of
• resign from
• retire from

Antonyms of withdraw from

Words with the opposite meaning to withdraw from:

• join
• enter

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