Definition

To force someone to leave a place or to remove something from a group or organization.

Example

The school decided to expel the student for repeated misbehavior.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear they might expel a student for cheating on the exam?

Yeah, I heard that too; it's such a serious issue.

I can't believe someone would take that risk to cheat.

Right? It's not worth it when you could just study hard.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Expel → It is formed from "ex-" (meaning out) and "pellere" (meaning to drive). The word "expel" means to drive out or force someone or something to leave.

Memory Tip

Think of driving something 'out' ('ex-') — that's why expel means to force someone to leave.

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