Definition

To make someone leave a place or to get rid of something completely.

Example

The king decided to banish the traitor from the kingdom.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I decided to banish all negative thoughts from my mind this week.

That's a great idea! It can really change your perspective.

Exactly! I want to focus on the positive things in my life.

Absolutely, positivity makes such a big difference.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Banish → It originates from the Old French 'banir' (meaning to exile or drive away), which is derived from the Latin 'banire' (meaning to proclaim or summon). The word 'banish' means to drive someone away or to exile them from a place.

Memory Tip

Think of someone being 'driven away' or 'exiled' — that's what banish means.

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