Definition

To disappear suddenly and completely; to cease to be visible or to exist.

Example

The magician made the rabbit vanish from the hat.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see where my keys went?

No, I haven’t! They just seem to vanish sometimes.

It's so annoying when they just disappear like that.

I know! It feels like they have a mind of their own.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Vanish → It originates from the Old French 'vanir' (meaning to disappear) and is derived from the Latin 'vanescere' (meaning to fade away or disappear). The word 'vanish' means to disappear suddenly and completely.

Memory Tip

Imagine something that 'fades away' — that's what 'vanish' means, as it comes from the idea of disappearing.

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