Search Dictionary
Definition of imprisonment

imprisonment

/ɪmˈprɪz.ən.mənt/
im · pris · on · ment
Plural:imprisonments
•
Adjective:imprisoned
JUMP TO:

imprisonment Lexical Profile

imprisonment Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The state of being held in prison or another place of detention, or the act of putting someone in prison, especially as a legal punishment.

Example

"The judge sentenced the defendant to five years of imprisonment for financial fraud."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for imprisonment
Antonyms
View all antonyms for imprisonment

• Rhymes for imprisonment

• Nearby Words

imprison
imprisonable
imprisoner
imprisonment
impro
improbability
improbable

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the 14th century from Old French 'emprisonnement', formed from 'emprisonner' ('to put in prison'), which derives from Latin 'prensio' ('a seizing or arresting').

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Imprisonment. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/imprisonment
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.