Definition

Not applicable as 'escape' is not an adjective; it is primarily used as a verb or noun.

Example

Not applicable as 'escape' is not an adjective; it is primarily used as a verb or noun.

Conversation

I found this great movie that has an escape theme.

Oh really? I love movies like that!

Yeah, it’s all about finding a way out of tough situations.

Sounds interesting! I could use an escape from reality right now.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To break free from a place or situation where you are confined or trapped.

Example

The prisoner managed to escape from the high-security prison.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the guy who tried to escape from the zoo?

No way! What happened?

Apparently, he climbed over the fence and ran into the woods.

Definition

A way to get away from a situation or place, often to find relief or freedom from stress or problems.

Example

Reading a good book is my favorite escape from reality.

Conversation

I really need an escape from all this stress at work.

I totally get that! Sometimes a little break is all you need.

Yeah, I was thinking of going to the beach this weekend for an escape.

Definition

To get away from a place or situation where you are trapped or in danger, often by using cleverness or skill.

Example

The prisoner managed to escape from the high-security jail.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the movie where the main character tries to escape from prison?

Yeah, I heard it's really thrilling!

I can't believe he managed to escape right under the guards' noses.

Root Explanation

Escape → It is formed from the prefix "ex-" (meaning out of) and the root "cappa" (from Latin, meaning cape or cloak). The word originally referred to getting out of a cloak or covering, implying a sense of getting away or fleeing from something.

Memory Tip

Think of 'getting out of' ('ex-') a 'cloak' ('cappa') — that's why escape means to get away or flee.

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