Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
captivity
noun
/kæpˈtɪv.ɪ.ti/
Definition
The state of being imprisoned or confined.
Examples
The animal was born in captivity, unable to live in the wild.
During the war, many soldiers faced long periods of captivity.
The documentary shed light on the plight of animals in captivity.
Meaning
Captivity refers to the condition of being held against one’s will, often in a confined space.
Synonyms
- imprisonment
- confinement
- detention
- bondage
- restraint
