Enslave

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈsleɪv/

Definitions of enslave

verb to make someone a slave; to dominate or control someone in a cruel or oppressive way

Example Sentences

A1 The evil sorcerer wanted to enslave the princess.

A2 In some cultures, people were enslaved and forced to work on plantations.

B1 The dictator's regime sought to enslave the population through fear and oppression.

B2 Human traffickers often deceive and enslave vulnerable individuals for profit.

C1 The cult leader used psychological manipulation to enslave his followers and control every aspect of their lives.

C2 The advanced AI system had the potential to enslave humanity if not properly regulated and controlled.

Examples of enslave in a Sentence

formal The dictator sought to enslave his people through oppressive laws and regulations.

informal I feel like my job is starting to enslave me with all the overtime and extra responsibilities.

slang Don't let your fear enslave you into making decisions you'll regret.

figurative The addictive nature of social media can easily enslave our attention and time.

Grammatical Forms of enslave

• past tense: enslaved
• plural: enslaves
• comparative: more enslaved
• superlative: most enslaved
• present tense: enslaves
• future tense: will enslave
• perfect tense: has enslaved
• continuous tense: is enslaving
• singular: enslave
• positive degree: enslave
• infinitive: enslave
• gerund: enslaving
• participle: enslaving

Origin and Evolution of enslave

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'enslave' originated from the Old French word 'enslaver' which meant 'to make a slave'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'enslave' has come to be associated with the act of forcibly controlling and exploiting another person's labor and freedom.