Synonyms of abduction

abduction

noun

ab-ˈdək-shən 

as in kidnapping

the unlawful or forcible carrying away of a person or animal

discredited reports of abductions by aliens

Synonyms & Similar Words

• kidnapping
• rape
• hijacking
• snatch
• seizure
• impressment
• shanghaiing

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of abduction

Last week, dozens of people were kidnapped from a mosque in a spate of abductions at several villages in Nigeria's north-central Niger state. — ABC News, 27 Aug. 2026

Family ties convince him to join with Beck and get back in the game before Jake also turns up dead, a tricky proposition since clues start to point to Carter perhaps directing new abductions from his cell. — Pete Hammond, Deadline, 27 Aug. 2026

The gang leader is also accused of carrying out the June 11 abduction of James Boyard, a Haitian police officer and security expert who serves as the chief of staff to the minister of defense. — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 25 Aug. 2026

Evidence recovered from Evonitz’s apartment, former residences and vehicle linked him to the abductions and murders of three girls from Spotsylvania County, Virginia — Sofia Silva, 16; Kristin Lisk, 15; and her sister, Kati Lisk, 12. — Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 16 Aug. 2026