abduct

The word “abduct” has 2 syllables: ab-duct

It's pronounced as /əbˈdʌkt/


What is synonym and antonym for abduct?

In the thesaurus, “abduct” has 25 synonyms and 10 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for abduct along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for abduct

Antonyms for abduct

  • deliver
  • give
  • give up
  • let go
  • ransom
  • redeem
  • release
  • rescue
  • restore
  • return

Meanings of abduct

  • verb
    1. To take away by force; to carry away (a human being) wrongfully and usually with violence or deception; to kidnap.
    2. To draw away, as a limb or other part, from the median axis of the body.

Example Sentences

  • The mysterious organization tried to abduct the scientist to obtain classified information.
  • Witnesses reported seeing a UFO that seemed to attempt to abduct livestock from the nearby farm.
  • Law enforcement agencies worked tirelessly to prevent criminals from attempting to abduct children.
  • The spy narrowly escaped an attempt to abduct her during a covert mission.
  • The movie plot revolved around a group of aliens planning to abduct Earth's leaders for an intergalactic experiment.

On this page you'll find 35 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to abduct, such as: capture, carry off, catch, cop, crimp, deliver, dognap.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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