escaper
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ɪˈskeɪpər/
KK: /ɪˈskeɪpər/
noun
Definition
A person who successfully gets away from a place or situation, especially one that is difficult or dangerous.
Example
The escaper managed to flee from the prison without being caught.
Conversation
Did you hear about that famous escaper who got out of prison last week?
Yeah, I read the news! It was such a daring escape.
I wonder how he managed to pull it off without getting caught.
It's impressive, but also a bit scary to think about.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
fugitive
runaway
evader
Antonyms
captor
prisoner
inmate
verb
Definition
Not a valid English word.
Example
Not available
Conversation
Did you see that movie about the prison escaper?
Yeah, it was really thrilling!
I loved how clever the escaper was with his plan.
Right? It kept me on the edge of my seat!
Root Explanation
Escaper → It is formed from "escape" (from Old French *escaper*, meaning to flee or get away) and "-er" (meaning a person who). An escaper is a person who flees or gets away from a situation.
Memory Tip
Think of someone who is 'fleeing' ('escape') — the '-er' just means a person. An escaper is someone who gets away.
Visually Confused Words
scraper
scauper
scamper
scalper
scape
caper
seascape
scrapper