abscond

[ab-skond]

abscond Definition

to leave quickly and secretly and hide oneself, especially to avoid arrest or prosecution.

Using abscond: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "abscond" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The suspect absconded from the police station.

  • Example

    He absconded with the company's funds.

  • Example

    The prisoner absconded from the jail.

abscond Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for abscond

Antonyms for abscond

Phrases with abscond

  • to steal or take something away secretly

    Example

    The thief absconded with the jewelry.

  • to flee in order to avoid being punished by law

    Example

    The criminal absconded from justice and was never caught.

  • to avoid taking responsibility for something

    Example

    He absconded from his responsibilities as a parent.

Origins of abscond

from Latin 'abscondere', meaning 'to hide'

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Summary: abscond in Brief

'Abscond' [ab-skond] means to leave quickly and secretly, especially to avoid arrest or prosecution. It is often used in legal contexts, such as 'The suspect absconded from the police station.' 'Abscond' can also be used with prepositions like 'with' and 'from' to denote stealing or avoiding responsibility, respectively.