flee
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /fliː/
KK: /fli/
intransitive verb
Definition
To run away quickly from a place or situation, especially to escape danger or trouble.
Example
When the storm approached, everyone began to flee to safety.
Tense Forms
Past: fled
Past Participle: fled
Conversation
Did you see that scary movie last night?
Yeah, it was so intense! I almost wanted to flee from the theater.
I know, right? The suspense was unbearable!
Totally! I couldn't help but jump at every little sound.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
escape
bolt
run
Antonyms
stay
linger
remain
transitive verb
Definition
To run away from a place or situation quickly, often to escape danger or avoid something unpleasant.
Example
When the storm approached, many people decided to flee to safer areas.
Tense Forms
Past: fled
Past Participle: fled
Conversation
Did you hear about the accident downtown?
Yeah, I heard someone had to flee the scene.
That's crazy! I wonder what happened exactly.
Root Explanation
Flee → This word originates from Old English 'flēon', meaning to run away or escape. It describes the act of running away from danger or pursuit.
Memory Tip
Imagine someone running away quickly to escape danger — that's what 'flee' means.
Visually Confused Words
lee
fee
upflee
reflee
oflete
flexed
flewed
flense