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FUGITIVE

(noun, adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Fugitive.

Fugitive - as a noun

Someone who flees from an uncongenial situation

Example: "Fugitives from the sweatshops"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fleerrunaway

Someone who is sought by law officers; someone trying to elude justice

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fugitive from justice
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
criminalcrookfelonmalefactoroutlaw
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Fugitive - as an adjective satellite

Lasting for a markedly brief time

Example: "A fleeting glance"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fleetingmomentaneousmomentary

Fugitive - as an adjective

Fleeing or running away

Transient, fleeting or ephemeral

Elusive or difficult to retain

Example Sentences

"The police chased after the fugitive through the dark alleyways."
"The fugitive managed to evade capture by hiding in a remote cabin."
"The newspaper published a photo of the fugitive on its front page."
"The fugitive sought refuge in a neighboring country."
"Authorities put out a reward for information leading to the arrest of the fugitive."
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Word Game Points

Is FUGITIVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, fugitive is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

FUGITIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is FUGITIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, fugitive is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
FUGITIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is FUGITIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, fugitive is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FUGITIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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