Migrate — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /ˈmī-ˌgrāt/ mi·grate

Meaning & Definition of Migrate

Migrate (verb)

  1. to move from one country, place, or locality to another
  2. to pass usually periodically from one region or climate to another for feeding or breeding
  3. to relocate (information) from storage or operation on one computer or computer system to another

Migrate (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to move from one place to another

    "Every fall, hundreds of college students migrate to this town."

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Migrate

The most common words with a similar meaning to Migrate:

Word Forms of Migrate

Inflections: migrated, migrating, migrates

Derived words: migratable (adjective), migrator (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Migrate

Latin migratus, past participle of migrare; perhaps akin to Greek ameibein to change

First known use: circa 1623

Words & Phrases Containing Migrate

Frequently Asked Questions about Migrate

What does "Migrate" mean?

"Migrate" means to move from one country, place, or locality to another. As a verb, it is defined as: to move from one country, place, or locality to another.

What is another word for "Migrate"?

Other words for "Migrate" include relocate, resettle, transfer, journey, peregrinate, pilgrimage, tour and travel. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Migrate" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Migrate"?

There are 24 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Migrate". Common alternatives include relocate, resettle, transfer, journey, peregrinate, pilgrimage, tour, travel, trek and trip.

How do you use "Migrate" in a sentence?

Examples of "Migrate" in a sentence: "Every fall, hundreds of college students migrate to this town.".

Is "Migrate" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Migrate" is a verb.

How do you pronounce "Migrate"?

"Migrate" is pronounced /ˈmī-ˌgrāt/ and divided into syllables as mi·grate.

What is the origin of the word "Migrate"?

"Migrate" comes from Latin migratus, past participle of migrare; perhaps akin to Greek ameibein to change. First known use: circa 1623.

What is another word for "Migrate" meaning "to move from one place to another"?

When "Migrate" (verb) means to move from one place to another, synonyms include relocate, resettle, transfer, journey, peregrinate and pilgrimage.