Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

locked-in

Adjective
/lɒkt ɪn/
Definition
Locked-in refers to a state or condition where someone is unable to move or change their situation, often due to being confined or restricted in some way.
Examples
  • She felt locked-in during the long meeting with no opportunity to express her thoughts.
  • After making a significant investment, he realized he was locked-in and unable to withdraw his money.
Meaning
The term often describes a situation where a person feels trapped or has no options to escape or alter their current circumstances.
Synonyms
  • Trapped
  • Confined
  • Imprisoned
  • Inflexible