Good-bye
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech interjection
Quick meaning: Good-bye is an interjection meaning Alternative form of goodbye.
Meaning
Alternative form of goodbye.
Example Sentences
At the door I turned for a final good-bye, but I clammed up when I noticed Adrienne’s thoughtful expression.
“I can’t come back, my dear,” called Oz from the basket. “Good-bye!” / “Good-bye!” shouted everyone, and all eyes were turned upward to where the Wizard was riding in the basket, rising every moment farther and farther into the sky.
Word Forms
- good-byes
Synonyms for good-bye
Depending on context, synonyms include adieu, bye, cheerio, arrivederci, adios, sayonara.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include bye-bye, goodbye, arrivederci, sayonara, adieu, bye.
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