Vocabulary Entry

emigration

|noun • verb

noun

The act of leaving one's own country to settle in another.

Example Sentences

"Emigration from rural areas to cities has increased in recent years."

"The government is concerned about the high rate of emigration of skilled workers."

"Emigration can lead to cultural exchange and diversity in the host country."

verb

Example Sentences

"Many families chose to emigrate in search of better opportunities."

"They decided to emigrate after the political unrest in their homeland."

"She plans to emigrate next year to join her relatives abroad."