fugitive

Definition

  • noun: a person who is running away to avoid being captured
  • noun: a person who flees or tries to escape
  • adjective: running away or intending flight
  • often + 'from'
  • synonyms: evanescent, volatile, uncertain

Examples

  • As he daydreamed, 'fugitive' thoughts/dreams passed through his mind.

  • She has been charged with helping a 'fugitive from justice'.

  • They discovered that the slave was a 'fugitive'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) - It's all right. This whole thing started the night he blew up the old Bailey. I was on my way here, and... Yes. You see, we are both fugitives in our own way. - But... - You're wondering why... ...you were invited here to supper in the first place... (..)
    2005 V for Vendetta