abscond
Translation
to abscond, to flee, to escape
Examples
The cashier absconded with the money.
The cashier absconded with the money.
He absconded from his parole.
He absconded from his parole.
Grammar Patterns
((with sth.)) to leave secretly with (sth.) that is not yours The cashier absconded with the money.
((from a place)) to escape from (a place) He absconded from his parole.
Similar Words
Synonyms: flee, escape, bolt; Antonyms: remain, stay
Etymology
From Latin 'ab-' (away) + 'condere' (to hide). Literally 'to hide away'.
Memory Tips
Think 'absent in a second'. It implies leaving quickly and secretly to avoid consequences.