Synonyms of abscond

abscond

verb

ab-ˈskänd 

as in to escape

to get free from a dangerous or confining situation

the burglar was trying to abscond with the jewels when he tumbled down the stairs

Synonyms & Similar Words

• escape
• flee
• fly
• leave
• run away
• get out
• break free
• run off
• move
• avoid
• evade
• break out (of)
• lam
• clear out
• go
• lose
• depart
• elude
• shun
• exit
• elope
• extricate
• decamp
• rescue
• liberate
• quit
• walk out
• pull out
• disentangle
• take off
• emancipate
• shove (off)
• sally (forth)
• loose
• redeem
• release
• enfranchise
• loosen
• free
• spring
• manumit
• unfetter
• bring off
• unchain
• uncage
• unbind

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• remain
• stay
• dwell
• linger
• abide
• return
• hang around
• come back
• stick around
• tarry

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of abscond

Over a 10-day period in August 2021, tanker trucks absconded with more than 230,000 gallons of fuel, according to the supplier’s court filings. — Brian Slodysko, Los Angeles Times, 20 July 2026

The Iliad tells the story of the war itself, which began when the Trojan prince Paris absconded with Helen, the wife of Meneleus, the king of Sparta. — Eliana Dockterman, Time, 17 July 2026

The duo absconded with eight pieces of jewelry—including tiaras, a brooch, necklaces, and earrings—collectively valued at more than €88 million. — Tessa Solomon For Artnews, Robb Report, 14 July 2026

The judge even suggested her police detail might help her abscond. — Tim Lister, CNN Money, 21 June 2026

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