goodbye

Sometimes good·by,
Or good-bye

[good-bahy]

interjection

1. farewell (a conventional expression used at parting).

noun

plural

goodbyes 

1. a farewell.

goodbye

/ ˌɡʊdˈbaɪ /

1. farewell: a conventional expression used at leave-taking or parting with people and at the loss or rejection of things or ideas

noun

1. a leave-taking; parting

   they prolonged their goodbyes for a few more minutes

2. a farewell

   they said goodbyes to each other

Word History and Origins

Origin of goodbye¹

First recorded in 1565–75; contraction of God be with ye

Word History and Origins

Origin of goodbye¹

C16: contraction of God be with ye

Example Sentences

"Because it is coming to an end, we've done this trip to say goodbye", she said.

From BBC

"It's not goodbye forever," she said, "it's just goodbye for now while I go and do some new stuff for a little bit. I'm very grateful for the experience and I've had so much fun."

From BBC

Say goodbye to the gold miner, agricultural lands, sailboats and the shape of the Golden State shown on the backgrounds of existing driver’s licenses.

From Los Angeles Times

"He wants that opportunity to say goodbye to his fans properly," noted Sharon.

From BBC

At the time, he recalled connecting with Boss prior to their auditions and wrote, “This isn’t goodbye more so I’ll see you later.”

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• adieu 
• bye-bye