ostracize
(os-tra-cize)
3 syllables
Definition
verb. to exclude or shun by general agreement of the group imposing the exclusion; to banish someone from his or her native land
Example Sentence
Ancient Greeks could vote to ostracize a person who is dangerous.
Synonyms
avoid; boycott; blackball; blacklist
Antonyms
embrace; welcome
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