Word of the Day: Abscond

Last Updated: Jan 6, 2026, 07:30 IST

The word of the day is abscond. Develop your vocabulary by learning the meaning, origin, usage, synonyms, and antonyms of abscond here.

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Word of the Day: Abscond

The word of the day is Abscond. Let's take a quick look at its meaning, origin, usage, synonyms, and antonyms.

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Verb

Meaning of Abscond

Abscond means to leave secretly or suddenly, especially to avoid arrest, punishment, or responsibility. It often implies escaping without notice.

Abscond - Origin

The word abscond comes from the Latin term “abscondere,” meaning “to hide away” or “to conceal.” It entered the English language in the 16th century.

Abscond - Usage

The suspect tried to abscond before the police arrived.

He absconded with the funds after the deal fell through.

Abscond - Synonyms

Flee, escape, run away, bolt, vanish

Abscond - Antonyms

Remain, stay, appear, face

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