evict
UK: ɪˈvɪkt | US: ɪˈvɪkt
vt. to expel (someone) from a property, especially with legal authority
vt. to force someone to leave a place
The word "evict" originates from Latin "evictus," the past participle of "evincere," meaning "to conquer, overcome, or expel." The prefix "e-" (out) combined with "vincere" (to conquer) reflects the idea of "forcing someone out by legal or authoritative means." Over time, it narrowed to its modern legal sense of removing occupants from property.
The landlord threatened to evict the tenants for not paying rent.
After the court ruling, the family was evicted from their home.
Illegal squatters were evicted by the police.
The new policy aims to evict corrupt officials from office.
If you violate the lease terms, you may be evicted.