This is the 17830th most frequent Polish word.
złapany
Caught.
Here, 'złapany' is used as an adjective derived from the verb 'złapać' (to catch), describing someone who was caught or apprehended.
Złapany złodziej próbował się tłumaczyć.
The caught thief tried to explain himself.
In this context, 'złapany' is again an adjective, formed from the participle 'złapać', describing the butterfly that was caught.
Motyl złapany przez dziecko został wypuszczony.
The butterfly caught by the child was released.
The term 'złapany' metaphorically describes being trapped or ensnared, conveying a sense of entrapment.