immurement

The word “immurement” has 3 syllables: im-mure-ment

It's pronounced as /ɪˈmjʊr.mənt/


What is synonym and antonym for immurement?

In the thesaurus, “immurement” has 7 synonyms and 8 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for immurement along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for immurement

  • captivity
  • confinement
  • detention
  • imprisonment
  • incarceration
  • internment
  • prison

Antonyms for immurement

  • discharge
  • emancipation
  • freedom
  • liberation
  • liberty
  • manumission
  • redemption
  • release

Example Sentences

  • The legend spoke of the immurement of a nobleman within the castle walls.
  • Her sense of duty felt like an immurement, keeping her from exploring the world.
  • The practice of immurement was often used as a form of punishment in ancient times.
  • The monk chose voluntary immurement to focus on spiritual enlightenment.
  • The story described the tragic immurement of the heroine in a hidden chamber.

On this page you'll find 15 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to immurement, such as: captivity, confinement, detention, discharge, emancipation, freedom, imprisonment.

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