Pronunciation: /ˈdʌnʤən/

Definitions of dungeon

noun a strong underground prison cell, especially in a castle

Example Sentences

A1 The dungeon was dark and spooky.

A2 The adventurers explored the dungeon in search of treasure.

B1 The dungeon contained various traps and puzzles to solve.

B2 The dungeon's layout was complex, with multiple levels and hidden passages.

C1 The dungeon's history dated back centuries, with tales of ancient civilizations using it for rituals.

C2 The dungeon's architecture was impressive, with intricate carvings and ornate decorations throughout.

verb N/A

Example Sentences

A1 The princess was afraid of being dungeoned by the evil sorcerer.

A2 The treasure hunters decided to dungeon the captured enemy in an underground cell.

B1 The king ordered his guards to dungeon the traitor in the deepest part of the castle.

B2 The rebels planned to dungeon the corrupt officials in a hidden location.

C1 The dictator used his power to dungeon anyone who opposed his rule.

C2 The war criminal was eventually captured and dungeoned for his crimes against humanity.

adjective N/A

Example Sentences

A1 The dungeon room was dark and scary.

A2 The old castle had a dungeon entrance that was hidden from view.

B1 The dungeon-like atmosphere of the basement gave me chills.

B2 The dungeon-themed escape room was full of puzzles and challenges.

C1 The architect designed the house with a dungeon aesthetic in mind.

C2 The dungeon-inspired decor in the restaurant created a unique dining experience.

adverb N/A

Example Sentences

A1 The princess was trapped in a dungeon.

A2 The brave knight explored the dark dungeon cautiously.

B1 The adventurers cautiously entered the dungeon, ready for any danger.

B2 The dungeon master carefully crafted a challenging maze for the players.

C1 The dungeon crawl was filled with intricate puzzles and deadly traps.

C2 The party delved deep into the dungeon, facing formidable foes at every turn.

pronoun N/A

Example Sentences

A1 The dungeon is dark and scary.

A2 I explored the dungeon with my friends.

B1 The dungeon we visited last week had many hidden passages.

B2 The dungeon, rumored to be haunted, was off-limits to the public.

C1 The dungeon's intricate architecture and history fascinated me.

C2 Deep within the dungeon, we discovered ancient artifacts of great value.

preposition N/A

Example Sentences

A1 The princess was trapped in the dungeon.

A2 The key to the dungeon was hidden under the rock.

B1 The treasure map led them to the dungeon entrance.

B2 The adventurers explored the dark dungeon cautiously.

C1 The dungeon's intricate layout made it difficult to navigate.

C2 The dungeon's ancient artifacts revealed clues to its mysterious past.

conjunction N/A

Example Sentences

A1 The princess was locked in the dungeon, but the brave knight rescued her.

A2 The dungeon was dark and damp, yet the prisoner found a way to escape.

B1 The dungeon was filled with treasures, so the adventurers decided to explore it.

B2 The dungeon was well-guarded, therefore the thieves had to come up with a clever plan to break in.

C1 The dungeon, despite its reputation for being dangerous, was actually quite well-maintained.

C2 The dungeon, although ancient and foreboding, held secrets that intrigued even the most seasoned explorers.

interjection N/A

Example Sentences

A1 Dungeon! It's dark and scary in here.

A2 Dungeon! I never want to go back there again.

B1 Dungeon! The prisoners were kept in terrible conditions.

B2 Dungeon! The medieval castle had a hidden underground dungeon.

C1 Dungeon! The explorer bravely ventured into the depths of the ancient dungeon.

C2 Dungeon! The prisoner plotted his escape from the high-security dungeon.

article N/A

Example Sentences

A1 The dungeon was dark and spooky.

A2 The adventurers bravely entered the dungeon.

B1 The dungeon was filled with traps and monsters.

B2 Exploring the dungeon required careful planning and teamwork.

C1 The dungeon's intricate design and puzzles challenged even the most experienced players.

C2 The dungeon master created a complex and immersive world for the players to explore.

Examples of dungeon in a Sentence

formal The prisoner was kept in the dark, damp dungeon for weeks.

informal I heard there's a secret dungeon under the old castle.

slang Let's explore that creepy dungeon and see what we find!

figurative She felt like she was trapped in a mental dungeon, unable to escape her negative thoughts.

Grammatical Forms of dungeon

past tense

dungeoned

plural

dungeons

comparative

more dungeon-like

superlative

most dungeon-like

present tense

dungeons

future tense

will dungeon

perfect tense

have dungeoned

continuous tense

dungeoning

singular

dungeon

positive degree

dungeon

infinitive

to dungeon

gerund

dungeoning

participle

dungeoned

Origin and Evolution of dungeon

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Old French
Story behind the word: The word 'dungeon' originated from the Old French word 'donjon' meaning a keep or tower within a castle where prisoners were held.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'dungeon' has come to refer to any dark, underground prison or cell, often associated with torture or harsh punishment.