kidnapped
Translation
kidnapped, abducted
Examples
The kidnapped child was found safe.
The kidnapped child was found safe.
Grammar Patterns
a kidnapped ((sb./sth.)) describing a person or thing that has been abducted They found the kidnapped executive.
Similar Words
Synonyms: abducted, captured, taken
Etymology
Past participle of the verb 'to kidnap'. From 'kid' (child) + 'nap' (snatch) + '-ed' (past participle suffix).
Memory Tips
Describes the state of a 'kid' who has been 'napped' (snatched). It's an adjective describing the person or thing taken.