Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
seizing
verb (present participle of seize)
/ˈsiː.zɪŋ/
Definition
The act of taking hold or grasping something quickly and firmly.
Examples
- She was seizing the moment to express her creativity.
- The police were seizing evidence at the crime scene.
- He found himself seizing every opportunity that came his way.
Meaning
Seizing typically refers to the action of taking possession of something by force or with determination. It can apply to both physical objects and abstract concepts, like opportunities or challenges.
Synonyms
- grabbing
- clutching
- grasping
- capturing
- taking
