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. [evicted: past tense]
Example
The eviction notice gave the tenants 30 days to vacate the property. [eviction: noun]
oust
Example
The shareholders voted to oust the CEO due to poor performance. [ousted: past tense]
Example
The coach was ousted from his position after the team's losing streak. [ousted: past participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Evict is more commonly used in everyday language, especially in the context of property or tenancy. Oust is less common and more formal, often used in legal or political contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between evicted and oust?
Oust is more formal than evict and is often used in legal or political contexts. Evict is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
