confinement
kuhn-FYN-muhnt
Confinement (noun) means the state of being kept within a limited space, often against one's will. Example: “He spent months in solitary confinement.”
noun
1
The state of being kept within a limited space, often against one's will.
"He spent months in solitary confinement."
"The prisoners protested the harsh conditions of their confinement."
How to use confinement
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishBeing shut in or restricted to a limited space, especially as a punishment or restriction.
Common pairings
solitary confinement
period of confinement
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Word forms
- Plural
- confinements
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Etymology
Borrowed from French confinement, built from confine + -ment.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for confinement
cement
element
clement
movement
pavement
tenement
inclement
abatement
amusement
statement
agreement
excrement
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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.
