Cool MateMeaning of Confiscated
To take away someone's possessions, usually by authority or law.
In simple words: Took something away, usually because it was illegal or against the rules.
Confiscated in a sentence
- The authorities confiscated the illegal merchandise.
- Many items were confiscated during the security check.
- He was upset when they confiscated his video game console.
- The school confiscated cell phones during exams.
- Customs officers confiscated the drugs found in the luggage.
How to use Confiscated
Typically used in legal or formal contexts. Not appropriate in casual conversations unless discussing law enforcement.
Grammar pattern
confiscate + object
Memory hint
Think of a 'confident' police officer 'casting' away illegal items.
Related words
Collocations with Confiscated
- confiscated items
- confiscated property
- confiscated goods
- confiscated weapons
- confiscated documents
Synonyms for Confiscated
- seized
- took
- appropriated
- obtained
- restricted
Opposites of Confiscated
- returned
- released
- restored
Common mistakes with Confiscated
- Confusing with 'confident' - they sound similar but have different meanings.
- Using it in the wrong tense, like 'confiscate' instead of 'confiscated'.
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More words like Confiscated
- Restricted
- Forget it
A phrase used to indicate that something is no longer worth considering.
- I'm through doing that shit
I have decided to stop engaging in that unpleasant action.
- You always say that
You frequently repeat this statement.
- The same thing every time
An expression meaning doing something identically on each occasion.
- I'm always right too
A phrase indicating one's belief in being correct, often used in debate or discussion.
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Frequently asked questions about Confiscated
What does Confiscated mean?
Took something away, usually because it was illegal or against the rules.
What is the definition of Confiscated?
To take away someone's possessions, usually by authority or law.
How do you use Confiscated in a sentence?
The authorities confiscated the illegal merchandise.
Can you give another example of Confiscated?
Many items were confiscated during the security check.
What are synonyms for Confiscated?
Common alternatives include seized, took, appropriated, obtained, restricted.
What is the opposite of Confiscated?
Opposite meanings include returned, released, restored.
What words go with Confiscated?
It commonly pairs with confiscated items, confiscated property, confiscated goods, confiscated weapons, confiscated documents.
What are common mistakes when using Confiscated?
Confusing with 'confident' - they sound similar but have different meanings. Using it in the wrong tense, like 'confiscate' instead of 'confiscated'.
How do you pronounce Confiscated?
US: //ˌkɑnfɪsˈkeɪtɪd//, UK: //ˌkɒnfɪsˈkeɪtɪd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Confiscated?
Typically used in legal or formal contexts. Not appropriate in casual conversations unless discussing law enforcement.