Pronunciation: /kæp.tɪ.və.ti/
noun the state of being imprisoned or confined
A1 The animals were kept in captivity at the zoo.
A2 The captives were held in captivity for several years before being released.
B1 The captivity of the prisoners was a violation of human rights.
B2 The captive dolphins were trained to perform tricks for the audience.
C1 The captivity of wild animals for entertainment purposes is a controversial issue.
C2 The political prisoner endured years of solitary confinement in captivity.
adjective captivity does not have an adjective form
A1 The animals were kept in captivity at the zoo.
A2 The bird had been in captivity for many years before being released back into the wild.
B1 The documentary highlighted the challenges faced by animals in captivity.
B2 The researcher studied the behavior of dolphins in captivity compared to those in the wild.
C1 The conservationists worked tirelessly to improve the living conditions of animals in captivity.
C2 The debate over the ethics of keeping animals in captivity continues to be a heated topic among scientists and activists.
formal The animals were kept in captivity for research purposes.
informal The animals were stuck in cages for study.
slang The poor creatures were locked up for science.
figurative His mind felt like it was in captivity, unable to break free from the constraints of society.
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