Definition

To leave a place or area, especially for safety reasons, often due to danger or an emergency.

Example

During the hurricane warning, residents were advised to evacuate the coastal areas.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the storm warning for our area?

Yeah, I heard we might need to evacuate if it gets bad.

I hope it doesn't come to that, but we should be prepared.

Definitely! It's always better to be safe and have a plan.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To remove people or things from a place, especially for safety reasons.

Example

The authorities decided to evacuate the residents before the storm hit.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear that they might need to evacuate the area because of the storm?

Yeah, I saw that on the news; it sounds pretty serious.

I hope they make the right call to evacuate everyone in time.

Root Explanation

Evacuate → It is formed from "e-" (meaning out) and "vacuare" (meaning to make empty). The word "evacuate" means to make a place empty by removing people or things from it.

Memory Tip

Think of 'making something empty' by 'removing' people or things from a place — that's what evacuate means.

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