Definition

A person who has been forced to leave their home or property, usually because they have not paid rent or have violated a lease agreement.

Example

The evictee was given a few days to gather their belongings before the move-out date.

Conversation

Did you hear about the evictee from our old apartment building?

Yeah, it's such a shame they had to leave like that.

I can't believe they couldn't find a new place in time.

I know, I hope they find somewhere better soon.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Evictee is formed from "evict" (from Latin "evictus", meaning to conquer or overcome) and "-ee" (a suffix used to indicate a person who is the recipient of an action). The word "evictee" refers to a person who has been evicted or removed from a property.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who has been 'overcome' or 'conquered' ('evict') and is now the 'recipient' ('-ee') of that action — that's why an evictee is someone who has been removed from their home.

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