Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

state-of-siege

noun
/ˈsteɪt əv siːdʒ/
Definition
A situation in which a government suspends ordinary law and order, often in response to a perceived threat or emergency situation.
Examples
  • During the state-of-siege, citizens had limited movement around the city.
  • The government declared a state-of-siege in response to escalating violence.
  • Access to public spaces was restricted during the state-of-siege.
Meaning
State-of-siege refers to a condition where a region or area is under strict control by the authorities due to threats such as civil unrest, warfare, or a serious public safety concern.
Synonyms
  • martial law
  • emergency rule
  • curfew
  • crackdown