enlevement

/ɑ̃ləv.mɑ̃/

Definitions

1. noun

The act of taking someone away, especially secretly.

“The enlevement of the princess was a daring and romantic gesture.”

2. noun

The act of removing or taking away something, especially a person or a group of people.

“The enlevement of the refugees from the war zone was a complex and challenging operation.”

Synonyms

  • abduction
  • kidnapping

Antonyms

  • release
  • return