farewell

[ˌfeəˈwel]

farewell Definition

• 1. an expression of good wishes at parting
• 2. the act of leaving or parting
• 3. a leave-taking or departure

Using farewell: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "farewell" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  He bid us a fond farewell before leaving for the airport.

• Example

  The farewell party was a great success.

• Example

  She gave her farewell performance last night.

• Example

  The team's farewell tour will take them to several cities across the country.

farewell Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for farewell

• goodbye
• adios
• parting
• au revoir
• leave-taking

Phrases with farewell

• say farewell

  to say goodbye to someone

  Example

  I had to say farewell to my best friend when she moved to another country.

• farewell address

  a speech given by a person who is leaving an important job or position

  Example

  The president delivered his farewell address to the nation on his last day in office.

• farewell tour

  a series of performances or events given by a person or group before they retire or disband

  Example

  The band is going on a farewell tour before they break up for good.

Origins of farewell

from Middle English 'fare wel', meaning 'go well'

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Summary: farewell in Brief

The term 'farewell' [ˌfeəˈwel] refers to an expression of good wishes at parting, the act of leaving or parting, or a leave-taking or departure. It is often used in phrases like 'say farewell,' and 'farewell tour,' which denotes a series of performances or events given by a person or group before they retire or disband.