arrest Synonyms
Another word for arrest
• noun (Context 1)
The act of seizing someone by legal authority and taking them into custody.
"The police made an apprehension shortly after reviewing the security footage."
• verb (Context 2)
To seize someone by legal authority and take them into custody.
"Officers arrived at the scene to apprehend the suspect for questioning."
• noun (Context 3)
A sudden stoppage or cessation of motion, growth, or a physiological function (such as the heartbeat).
"The patient was rushed to the emergency room after suffering sudden cardiac stoppage."
• verb (Context 4)
To stop, check, or retard the progress or motion of a process or condition.
"The new medication helped halt the spread of the infection."
• verb (Context 5)
To attract and hold the attention or gaze of someone.
"The vibrant colors of the painting immediately arrested the visitors' attention."
Opposites of arrest
The opposite of arrest shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: