Definition

To force someone or something to leave again after they have already been expelled.

Example

The school decided to reexpel the student after he broke the rules again.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear that they might reexpel some students this semester?

Really? I thought they were done with that after last year.

Yeah, apparently there were more issues that came up.

That's so frustrating — I hope they handle it better this time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Reexpel → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "expellere" (meaning to drive out or expel). The word "reexpel" means to expel or drive out again.

Memory Tip

Think of 'driving out again' — 're-' means again, and 'expel' means to drive out.

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