Arrests Synonyms and Antonyms

The state of inactivity following an interruption
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. pinches
  2. collars
  3. captures
  4. busts
  5. stoppages
  6. seizures
  7. detentions
  8. apprehensions
  9. pickups
  10. stops
  11. warrants
  12. sanctuaries
  13. delays
  14. hitches
  15. halts
  16. restrictions
  17. constraints
  18. catches
  19. restraints
  20. incarcerations
  21. interruptions
  22. confinements
  23. hindrances
  24. commitments
  25. checks
Antonyms:
  1. releases
  2. acquittals
To compel, as the attention, interest, or imagination, of
(Verb)
Synonyms:
  1. grabs
  2. transfixes
  3. spellbinds
  4. rivets
  5. mesmerizes
  6. holds
  7. grips
  8. fascinates
  9. enthralls
Cause to stop
(Verb)
Synonyms:
  1. stops
  2. halts
  3. checks
  4. holds
  5. contains
  6. stalls
  7. quits
  8. restricts
  9. discontinues
  10. restrains
  11. ceases
Antonyms:
  1. activates
  2. releases
  3. encourages
To prevent the occurrence or continuation of a movement, action, or operation
(Verb)
Synonyms:
  1. stops
  2. stays
  3. stalls
  4. halts
  5. discontinues
  6. checks
  7. ceases

Words Related to Arrests

Related words are words that are directly connected to each other through their meaning, even if they are not synonyms or antonyms. This connection may be general or specific, or the words may appear frequently together.

Arrests Sentence Examples

  • Several hundred arrests were made, and a few convictions were secured.

  • His opposition to President Lincoln's policy was mainly in respect to emancipation, military arrests and conscription.

  • In Mesopotamia and Yemen disturbance was endemic; nearer home, a semblance of loyalty was maintained in the army and among the Mussulman population by a system of delation and espionage, and by wholesale arrests; while, obsessed by terror of assassination, the sultan withdrew himself into fortified seclusion in the palace of Yildiz.

  • In March 1821, Count Santorre di Santarosa and other conspirators informed Charles Albert of a constitutional and anti-Austrian plot, and asked for his help. After a momentary hesitation he informed the king; but at his request no arrests were made, and no precautions were taken.

  • Arrests of other prominent persons followed, and on the 3rd of February the Chamber authorized the prosecution of De Zerbi, a Neapolitan deputy accused of corruption.

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