deport
word
Definition
To force someone to leave a country, usually because they do not have legal permission to stay or have broken the law.
Usage & Nuances
Used formally, mostly by governments or officials. Often appears with subjects like 'government,' 'authorities,' or 'immigration.' Don't confuse with 'export' (ships goods) or 'depart' (to leave in general).
Spanish: deportar - expulsar (de un país)Portuguese (BR): deportar - expulsar (de um país)Portuguese (PT): deportar - expulsar (de um país)Chinese (Simplified): 驱逐出境Chinese (Traditional): 驅逐出境Hindi: निर्वासित करनाArabic: ترحيل
Example Sentences
The government decided to deport the illegal workers.
basic
He was deported after his visa expired.
basic
They threatened to deport anyone without documents.
basic
If you break the law here, they might deport you.
natural
After the court hearing, the judge ordered him to be deported immediately.
natural
A lot of people worry about being deported if their paperwork isn’t perfect.
natural