ransomed

The word “ransomed” has 2 syllables: ran-somed

It's pronounced as /ˈræn.səmd/


What is synonym and antonym for ransomed?

In the thesaurus, “ransomed” has 14 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for ransomed along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for ransomed

Meanings of ransomed

  • verb
    1. (14th century) To deliver, especially in context of sin or relevant penalties.
    2. To pay a price to set someone free from captivity or punishment.
    3. To exact a ransom for, or a payment on.

Example Sentences

  • The police managed to negotiate a deal after the victim was ransomed for a significant sum.
  • In the movie, the main character was ransomed by a notorious criminal organization.
  • The wealthy family feared that their child would be ransomed and took precautions to ensure their safety.
  • After being ransomed, the hostages were finally released unharmed.
  • The hacker ransomed the company's sensitive data, demanding payment in cryptocurrency.

On this page you'll find 14 synonyms or another words to ransomed, such as: bailed, bought, delivered, emancipated, got back, liberated, recovered.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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unbound

  • absolved
  • apart
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  • delivered
  • detached
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  • off the hook
  • on a treadmill
  • on the loose
  • outside
  • paroled
  • permanent
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  • privileged
  • protracted
  • ransomed
  • raveled
  • ravelled
  • redeemed
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  • slack
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uncaged

unchained

paroled

enlarged

  • accelerated
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  • ransomed
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