Definition

Describing someone who lives outside their native country, often for work or personal reasons.

Example

The expatriate community in the city is vibrant and diverse.

Conversation

Have you met any expatriate artists in the city yet?

Yeah, I met a few at the gallery last week.

What were they like?

They were really interesting, sharing stories about their experiences living abroad.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A person who lives in a country that is not their own, often for work or personal reasons.

Example

After living in France for several years, she became an expatriate and embraced the local culture.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about becoming an expatriate?

Yeah, it sounds interesting to live in another country.

I think it would be a great adventure, don't you?

Definition

To send someone away from their home country, often for political reasons or to live in another country.

Example

The government decided to expatriate the dissidents to ensure their safety.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I heard they might expatriate some people from that country soon.

Really? That's such a drastic measure.

Yeah, it’s tough for those who have to leave their homes.

Root Explanation

Expatriate → It is formed from "ex-" (meaning out of or away from) and "patria" (meaning fatherland or homeland, from Latin). The word refers to someone who has moved away from their homeland.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who has moved 'out of' ('ex-') their 'fatherland' ('patria') — that's why expatriate means someone living outside their homeland.

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