abducts

The word “abducts” has 2 syllables: ab-ducts

It's pronounced as /əbˈdʌkts/


What is synonym and antonym for abducts?

In the thesaurus, “abducts” has 18 synonyms and 6 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for abducts

Antonyms for abducts

  • delivers
  • ransoms
  • redeems
  • rescues
  • restores
  • returns

Meanings of abducts

  • 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 creature in the folklore allegedly abducts unsuspecting travelers in the night.
  • The espionage thriller follows a spy who abducts an enemy agent for interrogation.
  • The elusive creature purportedly abducts unsuspecting travelers in the folklore tales.
  • In the novel, a master thief skillfully abducts a valuable artifact from a heavily guarded museum.
  • The criminal organization specializes in a variety of illicit activities, including a scheme that abducts wealthy individuals for ransom.

On this page you'll find 24 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to abducts, such as: captures, catches, cops, crimps, delivers, highjacks, hijacks.

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

Related Words

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kidnaps

lands

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lassoes

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  • corners
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  • snares
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  • traps
  • wrests

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