captives
The word “captives” has 2 syllables: cap-tives
It's pronounced as /ˈkæp.tɪvz/
What is synonym and antonym for captives?
In the thesaurus, “captives” has 11 synonyms and 13 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for captives along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for captives
- abductees
- arrestees
- captures
- co-prisoners
- convicts
- coprisoners
- internees
- jailbirds
- kidnapees
- kidnappees
- prisoners
Antonyms for captives
- abductors
- captors
- custodians
- guardians
- guards
- jailers
- jailors
- keepers
- kidnapers
- kidnappers
- marshalls
- marshals
- wardens
Meanings of captives
- noun
- One who has been captured or is otherwise confined.
- One held prisoner.
- One charmed or subdued by beauty, excellence, or affection; one who is captivated.
Example Sentences
- The captives were finally freed after months of captivity.
- Many captives were treated poorly during their imprisonment.
- The soldiers took several captives during the battle.
- The story focused on the lives of the captives and their hopes for freedom.
- Some captives managed to escape despite heavy security.
On this page you'll find 24 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to captives, such as: abductees, abductors, arrestees, captors, captures, co-prisoners, convicts.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
Related Words
abductees
- arrestees
- captives
- captures
- co-prisoners
- convicts
- coprisoners
- internees
- jailbirds
- kidnapees
- kidnappees
- prisoners