What does ELOPE mean?

Parts of Speech:

Elope is a verb.

Definitions:

To elope means to run away secretly with a romantic partner, especially in order to get married without the knowledge or approval of ones family or society.

Pronunciations:

US: /iˈloʊp/

UK: /ɪˈləʊp/

Origin and Usage:

The word elope originated from the Middle Dutch word "lop" which means "run away". It was first used in English in the early 17th century. Elopement used to have a negative connotation, implying that the couple was running away for selfish reasons. However, in modern times, it is more commonly used to describe a romantic gesture.

Synonyms:

Run away, abscond, escape, flee, bolt, depart, decamp, sneak away, slip away, take flight.

Related Words:

Abide, arise, begin, carry, dance, dream, drive, enter, focus, gather, glide, grasp, greet, happy, heart, image, laugh, learn, light, magic, marry, mercy, music, party, peace, power, reach, shake, smile, start, story, sweet, teach, thank, trust, unity, value, visit, voice, watch, yield.

Example Sentences:

• They decided to elope to Las Vegas and get married without telling anyone.
• After years of disapproval from their families, they finally eloped to Hawaii.
• She always dreamed of eloping with her high school sweetheart.
• They eloped to avoid the stress and expense of a big wedding.
• Many couples choose to elope to keep their wedding intimate and personal.