Departure
/dɪˈpɑːrtʃər/
Definitions
2 meaningsThe act of leaving a place or the start of a journey.
/dɪˈpɑːrtʃər/
The act of leaving or going away.
The scheduled departure time for the train is 9:00 AM.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're going on a trip or saying goodbye. Departure is when you actually leave! Like when your train *departs* the station.
👶 For kids: Leaving! Like when a train or plane leaves to go somewhere.
More Examples
We were sad about her departure, but we understood she needed to move for work.
The captain announced the imminent departure of the cruise ship.
How It's Used
"The departure of the flight was delayed due to weather."
"The CEO announced his departure from the company."
A change or variation, especially from a set standard or plan.
/dɪˈpɑːrtʃər/
A deviation or divergence from a usual course or plan.
The new policy was a significant departure from the company's previous practices.
💡 Simply: Sometimes, things don't go as planned! *Departure* can also be a way of doing something differently than usual. Like if your friend suddenly decides to wear a crazy outfit – it’s a *departure* from what they usually wear.
👶 For kids: Doing something differently than you usually do it.
More Examples
His unusual methods were a departure from the established norms of the scientific community.
The film's narrative was a departure from the director's typical style.
How It's Used
"The artist's new work was a departure from his previous style."
"The company's new strategy represents a departure from its traditional approach."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
Idioms & expressions
point of departure
The starting point or basis for a discussion or argument.
"Our current understanding is the point of departure for future research."
From Old French *departir* 'to divide, separate,' from Latin *dis-* 'apart' + *partire* 'to divide.' It originally referred to a separation, a going away.
The word 'departure' has been used since the 14th century, evolving from the act of separating or going away, often linked to travel or transitions in life.
Memory tip
Think of a ship's departure from the harbor.
Word Origin
"Separation, division, a going away."