Synonyms for Depart

Definition of depart

verb
  1. move away from a place into another direction; "Go away before I start to cry"; "The train departs at noon"
  2. be at variance with; be out of line with
  3. leave; "The family took off for Florida"

12 synonyms found

Writing tips for "depart"

Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like deviate, digress, diverge can replace "depart" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.

With 12 alternatives available, "depart" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.

"Depart" in song lyrics

See how depart is used in real songs:

  • "Put this out, before I depart"
    3rd Bass — Green Eggs and Swine
  • "Archery shower of darts, cowards with flowers depart"
    Bronze Nazareth — Poem Burial Ground
  • "and Rico Maye...maaan why you had to depart"
    Dirty — R.I.P.

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