Definition

A person who has been taken away illegally or by force, often against their will.

Example

The abductee was finally found after several months of searching.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new documentary on abductees?

No, I haven't! What's it about?

It covers the stories of different abductees and their experiences.

That sounds intense! I might check it out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Abductee is formed from "abduct" (from Latin "abductus", meaning to lead away) and the suffix "-ee" (meaning a person who is the recipient of an action). The word "abductee" refers to a person who has been led away, typically against their will.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who has been 'led away' ('abduct') — the '-ee' indicates that this person is the one affected by that action.

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