emigration
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
The act of leaving one's own country to live permanently in another.
Synonyms and antonyms
Antonyms
Usage notes
"Emigration" is leaving a country, while "immigration" is entering one, the two describe the same move from opposite viewpoints.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "_____ from the region increased sharply during the economic crisis."
Answer: emigration
In your own words, what does "emigration" mean?
The act of leaving one's own country to live permanently in another.
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