Banished

/ˈbænɪʃt/ verb, adjective

Definition

Forcibly sent away from a place or group, often as punishment; exiled.

Etymology

From Old French 'baniss-' (stem of bannir), from Frankish 'ban' (to ban, summon), meaning 'to curse' or 'to exile,' entered English around 1300.

Kelly Says

Banishment was historically one of the worst punishments—worse than death to some, because it meant losing your community, family, and place in society, which is why you see it used as drama in every historical story from ancient Rome to Shakespeare.

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