imprisonment

Definitions

The state of being confined in a prison.

The act of restraining or keeping someone in captivity.

Examples

The judge sentenced the defendant to ten years of imprisonment for his crimes.

After years of unjust imprisonment, he was finally granted a full pardon and released.

Synonyms

incarceration confinement captivity detention custody internment durance

Antonyms

freedom liberty release emancipation discharge deliverance autonomy