Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cativeiro

noun
kah-tee-vay-roo
Definition
A state of being captive or imprisoned, often used in the context of animals or people being confined against their will.
Examples
  • The wildlife sanctuary rescued animals from cativeiro, giving them a chance to live freely.
  • After years in cativeiro, he finally regained his freedom and was determined to advocate for others still trapped.
Meaning
Cativeiro refers to the condition of being held captive, typically implying a loss of freedom and rights.
Synonyms
  • captivity
  • imprisonment
  • confinement
  • enslavement