confinement
7 synonyms for confinement, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The state of being kept within a limited space, often against one's will.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use confinement
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
solitary confinement
period of confinement
Etymology
Borrowed from French confinement, built from confine + -ment.
Full origin of confinement →Frequently asked questions
What does “confinement” mean?
The word “confinement” means the state of being kept within a limited space, often against one's will. In plain terms, being shut in or restricted to a limited space, especially as a punishment or restriction.
How do you pronounce “confinement”?
“Confinement” is pronounced kuhn-FYN-muhnt (/kənˈfaɪnmənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “confinement” in a sentence?
Here is “confinement” used in a sentence: “He spent months in solitary confinement.”
What part of speech is “confinement”?
“Confinement” is a noun.
Where does the word “confinement” come from?
The word “confinement” comes from French. Borrowed from French confinement, built from confine + -ment.
Is “confinement” a common word?
“Confinement” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
