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KIDNAPPER Synonyms

There are 5 synonyms of the word kidnapper. (exact relations)
There are 7 hypernyms of the word kidnapper. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for KIDNAPPER

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abductor
nounn
noun

• someone who unlawfully seizes and detains a victim (usually for ransom)

• a muscle that draws a body part away from the median line

snatcher
nounn
noun

• a thief who grabs and runs

• someone who unlawfully seizes and detains a victim (usually for ransom)

captor
nounn
noun

• a person who captures and holds people or animals

hijacker
nounn
noun

• a holdup man who stops a vehicle and steals from it

• someone who uses force to take over a vehicle (especially an airplane) in order to reach an alternative destination

kidnaper
nounn
noun

• someone who unlawfully seizes and detains a victim (usually for ransom)

Best Hypernyms For KIDNAPPER

Here is a list of related hypernyms for kidnapper, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (7)
captor capturer criminal crook felon malefactor outlaw

Alternatives for ABDUCTOR

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