hijacker
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for hijacker, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person who hijacks a vehicle or takes forcible control of something.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Formed from hijack plus the agent suffix -er.
Full origin of hijacker →Frequently asked questions
What does “hijacker” mean?
The word “hijacker” means a person who hijacks a vehicle or takes forcible control of something. In plain terms, someone who commits a hijacking.
How do you pronounce “hijacker”?
“Hijacker” is pronounced HEYE-ja-kuhr (/ˈhaɪˌd͡ʒækəɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “hijacker” in a sentence?
Here is “hijacker” used in a sentence: “The hijackers demanded the plane be flown to another country.”
What part of speech is “hijacker”?
“Hijacker” is a noun.