Confiscation Synonyms

The act of taking quick and forcible possession of
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. expropriation
  2. arrogation
  3. seizure

Words Related to Confiscation

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Confiscation Sentence Examples

  • Another clause protects the property of rebels against confiscation.

  • The land was acquired either by confiscation from disaffected states or in exchange for a lowering of tribute.

  • Merlin's code abolished confiscation, branding and imprisonment for life, and was based chiefly on the penal code drawn up in September 1791.

  • On the 30th of August General Fremont by military order declared martial law and confiscation against active enemies, with freedom to their slaves, in the State of Missouri.

  • Arrested by order of the National Convention in 1793, he was acquitted, but was reduced to poverty by the confiscation of his possessions.

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