Meaning & Definition of word "Adieu"

Adieu

/əˈdjuː/

interjection:

  • 1. A farewell; goodbye.
    • Example: As she departed the party, she waved and called out, 'Adieu, my friends!'
  • 2. A word used to express good wishes when parting.
    • Example: After an emotional farewell, he said, 'Adieu' before getting on the train.
  • 3. A term often used in a dramatic or formal sense when taking leave.
    • Example: In the play, the hero dramatically exclaimed, 'Adieu!' as he left his homeland.

Etymology

From French 'adieu', meaning 'to God', a contraction of 'à Dieu'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

adieu to:

A phrase indicating a farewell to someone or something.

say adieu:

To express a goodbye.

Related Words

adieuing:

The act of saying farewell.

adiu:

An alternative spelling of adieu.

Slang Meanings of adieu

Meaning: A casual way to say goodbye among friends.

Example Sentence: I’ll see you later, adieu!

Meaning: An exaggerated farewell signifying excitement about leaving.

Example Sentence: I'm out of here, adieu!