What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
evicted
Example
The landlord evicted the tenants for not paying rent on time. [evicted: verb]
Example
The family was evicted from their apartment after violating the lease agreement. [evicted: past participle]
expel
Example
The school expelled the student for cheating on the exam. [expelled: verb]
Example
The club members voted to expel the member for disruptive behavior. [expel: infinitive]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Expel is more commonly used than evict in everyday language, as it covers a wider range of contexts and situations.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between evicted and expel?
Both evict and expel can be used in formal and informal contexts, but expel is often seen as a more severe punishment and may be more commonly used in formal settings.
