Huido (en. Fled)

/wiˈðo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
One who has fled from a place or situation.
The fugitive criminal was finally captured by the police.
El criminal huido fue finalmente capturado por la policía.
One who has avoided a confrontation or dangerous situation.
After several days in the mountains, they felt like beings fled from civilization.
Después de varios días en la montaña, se sintieron como seres huídos de la civilización.
A person who has escaped from justice.
A search was organized to attract the fugitive before he could cross the border.
Se organizó una búsqueda para atraer al huido antes de que pudiera cruzar la frontera.

Etymology

Derived from the verb 'huir', which comes from the Latin 'fugire'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

fled from justice
A person who has escaped from judicial authorities.
huido de la justicia
to be a fugitive
Referring to someone who lives in constant evasion or flight.
ser un huido
run away from home
A teenager or person who temporarily or permanently leaves their home.
huido de casa

Related Words

flee
Act of leaving a place hurriedly due to fear or for safety reasons.
huir
escape
Action of escaping, generally from a place of custody.
fuga
fugitive
A person who is on the run.
fugitivo

Slang Meanings

A person who escapes quickly.
That guy is a fugitive, he is always running away from his problems.
Ese tipo es un huido, siempre está huyendo de sus problemas.
Someone who avoids responsibilities.
Don't be a fugitive, face the situation.
No te seas huido, enfréntate a la situación.