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Meaning of seizing
The primary meaning of the word "seizing" is taking control or possession of something, often suddenly or forcefully.
Etymology of seizing
The word "seizing" comes from the Old French word "seisir", which means "to take possession of" or "to capture"
This Old French word is derived from the Latin word "saisire", which is a variant of "sacire", meaning "to take" or "to possess"
The word "seizing" has been used in English since the 14th century, and its meaning has evolved over time to include various senses of taking control or possession
Synonyms
capturing
grasping
taking
apprehending
arresting
detaining
confiscating
commandeering
appropriating
acquiring
occupying
possessing
gaining
getting
obtaining
clutching
gripping
snatching
wresting
usurping
assuming
laying hold
taking hold
taking possession
laying hands
getting hold
taking control
Definitions
- The act of taking control or possession of something, often suddenly or forcefully
- The act of capturing or apprehending someone, especially a criminal or an enemy
- The act of taking possession of someone's property or assets, often as a result of a debt or a legal judgment
Usage Examples
- The police were seizing the suspect's assets as part of their investigation
- The company was seizing the opportunity to expand into new markets
- The government was seizing control of the bankrupt company to prevent it from collapsing
Antonyms
releasing
freeing
liberating
surrendering
relinquishing
abandoning
giving up
letting go
losing
misplacing
dropping
forsaking
deserting
vacating
evacuating
retreating
withdrawing
yielding
conceding