Synonyms for

Snatched

Verb / snætʃt / Another word for snatched — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To quickly grab something or someone away from another person.

Synonyms & similar words

snatch abduct nobble kidnap snap snatchup grabbed seized took captured nabbed plucked yanked lifted whisked appropriated stole borrowed removed extracted rescued cleared secured acquired procured collected

Synonyms by register

Formal

seized confiscated appropriated requisitioned

Informal

nabbed pinched swiped lifted nicked

Literary

plucked purloined ravished

Antonyms

given returned released bestowed granted offered presented

Common collocations

  • snatched from
  • snatched up
  • snatched away
  • snatched a victory
  • snatched a moment
  • snatched a breath
  • snatched a glance

Word family

noun snatch
verb snatch
adjective snatched

Usage note

Often implies a quick, sudden, and sometimes forceful taking. Can also be used figuratively for achieving something with difficulty or at the last moment.

Example sentences

  1. He snatched the ball and ran away.
  2. The thief snatched the purse and ran off.
  3. She snatched the phone from her friend's hand.
  4. The bird snatched the fish from the water.
  5. He snatched the trophy before anyone else could grab it.

Quotes

  • The chance to snatch one last victory from the jaws of defeat.
  • If opportunity doesn't knock, build a door and then snatch it.
  • I want to snatch all of you away from the shadows and into the light.

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