Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
captivity
noun
/kæpˈtɪv.ɪ.ti/
Definition
The state of being kept in a place against one’s will.
Examples
- The animals lived in captivity for many years before being released into the wild.
- She wrote about her experiences during her captivity in a detailed memoir.
- Many species struggle to survive after being in captivity due to changes in their behavior.
Meaning
Captivity refers to the condition of being held or confined, often in a situation where freedom is restricted.
Synonyms
- imprisonment
- confinement
- detainee
- incarceration
- restraint
