escaped
Translation
escaped
Examples
The escaped lion was seen nearby.
The escaped lion was seen nearby.
Grammar Patterns
((escaped + noun)) used before a noun to describe someone or something that has fled. The escaped prisoner was found.
Similar Words
Synonyms: fugitive, runaway; Antonyms: captured, caught
Etymology
From Old French 'eschaper', literally 'to get out of one's cape', from 'ex-' (out) + 'cappa' (cape).
Memory Tips
Imagine slipping out of a cape to get away. An 'escaped' person has slipped out of their confinement.