Definition

The process of leaving one's country to live in another country permanently.

Example

Emigration can be a difficult decision for many families seeking better opportunities.

Conversation

I was reading about the recent trends in emigration from our country.

Yeah, I've seen that too; a lot of people are leaving for better opportunities.

It's interesting how emigration affects the economy here, isn't it?

Definitely, it changes everything from job markets to cultural dynamics.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Emigration is formed from "e-" (meaning out) and "migrare" (meaning to move). The word describes the act of moving out from one place to settle in another.

Memory Tip

Think of 'moving out' ('e-') from one place ('migrare') to another — that's what emigration means.

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