absconding
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /æbˈskɒndɪŋ/
KK: /æbˈskɒndɪŋ/
noun
Definition
A situation where a person secretly leaves or escapes, often to avoid legal consequences or responsibilities.
Example
The thief was caught after absconding with a large sum of money.
Conversation
Did you hear about that recent case of absconding from the local bank?
Yeah, it's all over the news!
I can't believe someone would actually try absconding like that.
I know, right? It seems like such a risky move.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
flight
escape
fleeing
Antonyms
arrival
return
stay
verb
Definition
To leave secretly or suddenly, often to avoid being caught or to escape from a situation.
Example
The thief was absconding with the stolen jewels when the police arrived.
Tense Forms
Past: absconded
Past Participle: absconded
Conversation
Did you hear about the guy who was absconding with money from the bank?
Yeah, I saw that on the news; it was crazy!
I wonder how he thought he could get away with absconding like that.
Root Explanation
Absconding → It is formed from "ab-" (meaning away) and "condere" (meaning to put or store). The word describes the act of putting oneself away or hiding, often to escape from legal consequences.
Memory Tip
Think of someone 'putting away' ('ab-') themselves to hide from view — that's why absconding means to escape or hide.
Visually Confused Words
ascending
abounding
bonding
astounding