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Meaning of absconding with
The primary meaning of "absconding with" refers to the act of secretly leaving a place, especially to avoid responsibility or the law, and taking something or someone with you.
Etymology of absconding with
The word "abscond" originates from the Latin words "ab" meaning "away" and "condere" meaning "to hide"
Historically, the term was used to describe the act of hiding or concealing oneself, often to avoid debt or legal consequences
Over time, the meaning expanded to include the idea of taking something or someone with you when you leave secretly
Synonyms
fleeing
escaping
running away
eloping
decamping
bolting
absconding
making off
taking flight
disappearing
vanishing
slipping away
sneaking away
stealing away
making a break
breaking out
getting away
making a run
taking to one's heels
beating a retreat
retreating
withdrawing
pulling out
abandoning
deserting
leaving
quitting
bugging out
splitting
vamoosing
skipping
hopping it
doing a runner
doing a bunk
flying the coop
jumping ship
clearing out
Definitions
- To leave a place secretly, especially to avoid responsibility or the law
- * To take something or someone away with you when you leave a place secretly
- * To flee or escape, often with the intention of avoiding capture or punishment
Usage Examples
- The suspect was accused of absconding with company funds and is now being pursued by the authorities
- * The couple was suspected of absconding with the valuable artwork and selling it on the black market
- * The employee was found to be absconding with confidential documents and was subsequently fired
Antonyms
staying
remaining
waiting
lingering
hesitating
delaying
dawdling
tarrying
loitering
hanging around
sticking around
facing
confronting
meeting
encountering
staying put
standing firm
holding ground
persevering
persisting
continuing
staying on