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eloper Synonyms
Another word for eloper
Choosing another word for eloper depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A person who runs away secretly in order to get married, especially without parental consent.
Usage Example
"The small border town became a popular destination for young elopers seeking a quick marriage ceremony."
Strong
runaway
• noun (Context 2)
A patient or resident who leaves a psychiatric, medical, or long-term care facility without authorization.
Usage Example
"The nursing home installed keypad locks on the exit doors to protect cognitively impaired elopers from wandering into traffic."
Strong
runaway
absconder
Weak
escapee
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Eloper. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/eloper