kidnap

The word “kidnap” has 2 syllables: kid-nap

It's pronounced as /ˈkɪd.næp/

What is synonym and antonym for kidnap?

In the thesaurus, “kidnap” has 35 synonyms and 12 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for kidnap

abduct
body snatch
bundle off
capture
carry away
carry off
catch
coax
cop
crimp
decoy
entice
grab
highjack
hijack
impress
inveigh
lay hands on
lure
make away with
make off with
pirate
remove
run away with
run off with
seduce
seize
shanghai
skyjack
snatch
spirit
spirit away
steal
take
waylay

Antonyms for kidnap

allow
deliver
free
give
let go
liberate
ransom
redeem
release
rescue
restore
return

Meanings of kidnap

noun
1. The crime, or an instance, of kidnapping.
verb
1. To seize and detain a person unlawfully; sometimes for ransom.

Example Sentences

The criminals planned to kidnap the wealthy businessman for ransom.
Authorities have warned parents about potential kidnap threats in the area.
The movie was about a group of friends who attempt to kidnap a notorious gangster.
The police acted quickly to thwart the kidnap attempt.
It is a serious crime to kidnap someone and hold them against their will.

On this page you'll find 47 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to kidnap, such as: abduct, allow, body snatch, bundle off, capture, carry away, carry off.

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