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Synonyms & Similar Words
adieu
goodbye
bye
departure
leave
leaving
parting
valediction
farewell address
goodbye speech
adios
au revoir
cheerio
so long
goodbye kiss
goodbye wave
sendoff
goodbye message
valedictory
leave-taking
goodbye note
bon voyage
goodbye song
farewell song
last goodbye
final farewell
goodbye ceremony
parting words
last words
swan song
goodbye gift.
Meaning of Farewell
According to the Oxford English Dictionary, "farewell" refers to a gesture or expression of goodwill when parting or saying goodbye to someone.
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines "farewell" as a word or phrase used to express goodbye or to bid someone farewell.
- Cambridge Dictionary describes "farewell" as a way of saying goodbye to someone when you are leaving them or when they are leaving you.
Example Uses
- The team gave their retiring coach a heartfelt farewell ceremony.
- As I boarded the plane, I waved farewell to my family and friends.
- The farewell concert was attended by thousands of fans who came to bid the band goodbye.
- The company hosted a farewell party for the departing employee.
- The farewell speech was emotional and heartfelt, bringing tears to the eyes of the audience.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
hello
welcome
greeting
introduction
meet
reunion
hello again
welcome back
greetings
salutation
acknowledgment
recognition
hello there
hi
hey
welcome home
reunion party
meet and greet
introduction ceremony
welcome speech
greeting card
hello song.