Serfdom

Synonyms of serfdom

• subjugation
• bondage
• enslavement

Antonyms of serfdom

• freedom
• independence
• liberty

Collocations of serfdom

feudal system

Frequency: 70 %

Serfdom was a common feature of the feudal system in medieval Europe.

oppression

Frequency: 60 %

Serfdom was a form of oppression that kept peasants bound to the land.

exploitation

Frequency: 50 %

Serfdom allowed for the exploitation of labor by the ruling class.

bondage

Frequency: 45 %

Serfdom placed peasants in a state of bondage to their lords.

subjugation

Frequency: 40 %

Serfdom was a tool of subjugation used to control the lower classes.

Idiomatic Expressions for serfdom

• Phrase: remain in economic serfdom
  Meaning: to stay in a state of financial dependence or servitude
  Usage: Without proper education and skills, many individuals remain in economic serfdom.