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rearrest Synonyms
Another word for rearrest
Choosing another word for rearrest depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• verb (Context 1)
To arrest someone again, especially after they have been released on bail, paroled, or have escaped from custody.
Usage Example
"Authorities had to reapprehend the suspect when new forensic evidence came to light."
Strongest
reapprehend
Strong
recapture
redetain
• noun (Context 2)
The act or an instance of arresting someone a second or subsequent time.
Usage Example
"The judge issued a warrant for the defendant's immediate reapprehension after he failed to appear in court."
Strongest
reapprehension
Strong
recapture
redetention
Opposites of rearrest
The opposite of rearrest shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
release
free
liberate
liberation
discharge
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Rearrest. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/rearrest