exodus

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Exodus' means a mass departure of people. It's often used when many people decide to leave a place, situation, or organization, usually at the same time. It's like a crowd leaving a concert when it ends.

Examples in Different Contexts

In film, an 'exodus' scene might depict a large group of characters leaving their homeland due to a threat. A director might describe, 'This exodus sequence will be the emotional climax of our story.'

Practice Scenarios

Creative

Scenario:

The gallery has been deserted since the controversial artist's exhibit started. It's raising some concerns about public reception.

Response:

If the exodus of visitors from the gallery continues, we may need to rethink the choice of exhibits.

Tech

Scenario:

Our user activity stats show a significant dip lately. We need to investigate if it’s a technical glitch or a more serious problem.

Response:

Given the drop in user activity, it could potentially indicate an exodus. A user survey on usability and recent changes might provide further insight.