Bye

/baɪ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

An act of saying goodbye; a farewell.

The goodbye was bittersweet, filled with tears and laughter.

An informal way to refer to the conclusion of a meeting or conversation.

We said our goodbyes and left the party.

interjection

A farewell or parting expression.

I have to go now, so bye!

An informal term used when leaving someone or something.

She waved and said bye before heading out the door.

An expression of goodbye, often used casually.

As they parted ways, he shouted 'see you later, bye!'

A way of indicating that a conversation has ended.

After long discussions, they finally wrapped it up with a simple bye.

Short for 'goodbye', derived from 'God be with you'.

goodbye

A formal way of saying farewell.

goodbye for now

Indicates a temporary farewell.

take care

A farewell wishing someone well.

farewell

A more formal term for goodbye.

adieu

A French term used as a goodbye.

Later

I'm outta here, later!

Catch you later

Gotta go, catch you later!