adieu
interjection
goodbye; farewell.
adieus
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pluralof adieu.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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It’s worth remembering that among the unwelcome adieus, there are new beginnings, too.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 30, 2023
The vanquished are bid gracious if wearied adieus by the populace, and the usurpers, usually known quantities, wary if peaceful welcomes.
From Slate ● Aug. 29, 2014
Spectral coos and exhibitionist adieus … Phlo Finister : Oakland, California.
From The Guardian ● Jun. 17, 2013
Still, such exhibitionist adieus only add to the burgeoning mystique of this former chorister and self-styled "low-key brainiac".
From The Guardian ● Jun. 17, 2013
Mr. Wickham’s adieus were much more affectionate than his wife’s.
From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen
