Synonyms for

Fleeing

Verb / ˈfli:ɪŋ / Another word for fleeing — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

running away quickly from a dangerous or unpleasant situation

Synonyms & similar words

takeflight flee fly escaping retreating leaving evading dodging eluding avoiding absconding departing withdrawing bolting flying skedaddling scrambling

Synonyms by register

Formal

absconding escaping departing evacuating

Informal

bolting skedaddling scooting making a run for it

Literary

taking wing vanishing hastening away

Antonyms

staying remaining approaching arriving confronting facing resisting

Common collocations

  • fleeing the scene
  • fleeing from danger
  • fleeing the country
  • fleeing the authorities
  • fleeing in terror
  • fleeing the city
  • fleeing pursuit

Word family

noun flight
verb flee
adjective fleeing

Usage note

Fleeing emphasizes rapid departure to escape danger or pursuit. It is often used in contexts of crime, disaster, or war.

Example sentences

  1. The rabbit was fleeing from the fox.
  2. The robber was fleeing from the police.
  3. The bird was fleeing from the storm.
  4. The mouse was fleeing from the cat.
  5. The soldiers were fleeing from the battlefield.

Quotes

  • “I'm fleeing from the past, but it keeps catching up with me.” - Anthony T. Hincks
  • “I'm not fleeing from my past, I'm simply moving forward.” - Paulo Coelho
  • “I was fleeing, but you caught me.” - Jillian Dodd

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