What does EVICT mean?

Evict

1. Parts of Speech: Verb

2. Definitions:

• To expel (someone) from a property; to force someone to leave a place or property.
• To remove (something) from a place; to dislodge or eject something.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ɪˈvɪkt/
• UK: /ɪˈvɪkt/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "evict" originated from the Latin word "evictus" meaning "overcome, conquered". It was first used in the English language in the 15th century. The term is commonly used in the legal system to refer to the process of removing a person from a property or land. It is also used in a broader sense to refer to the act of forcing someone to leave a place or situation.

5. Synonyms:

• Expel
• Eject
• Remove
• Throw out
• Banish

6. Related Words:

• Event
• Elvis
• Evade
• Every
• Evoke

7. Example Sentences:

1. The landlord has decided to evict the tenants for not paying rent on time.
2. The police were called to evict the protesters from the building.
3. The storm has caused the river to rise and evict the rocks from their original positions.