Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
confisco
noun
/kənˈfɪskoʊ/
Definition
Confisco refers to the act of seizing property or assets by an authority, typically in a legal context.
Examples
- The government issued a confisco of illegal goods.
- After the investigation, a confisco of the suspect’s assets was ordered.
- Various measures are taken to avoid confisco by the authorities.
Meaning
It signifies the official taking of someone’s property without compensation, often used in legal or governmental situations.
Synonyms
- Seizure
- Forfeiture
- Confiscation