Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
BREXIT refers to Britain's exit from the European Union (EU) after voting in favor of leaving in a 2016 referendum. It involves disentangling political, economic, and legal ties with EU institutions.