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Meaning of Trapped

Caught and unable to move or find a way out.

In simple words: Caught and unable to escape.

Trapped in a sentence

  • The child felt trapped in the crowded room.
  • They rescued the trapped bird from the tree.
  • She felt trapped in a dead-end job with no prospects.
  • The hikers were trapped by the rising flood waters.
  • After the car crash, he realized he was trapped inside the vehicle.

How to use Trapped

Used in both literal and metaphorical contexts. Appropriate in both spoken and written English. Avoid when discussing lighthearted situations.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Imagine a mouse caught in a trap with no way to escape.

Related words

Collocations with Trapped

  • trapped in a situation
  • trapped in traffic
  • trapped by circumstances
  • trapped animal
  • trapped audience

Synonyms for Trapped

Opposites of Trapped

  • free
  • released
  • unconfined

Common mistakes with Trapped

  • Confusing with 'trap' as a verb.
  • Using 'trapped' when referring to temporary situations.
  • Using 'trapped' without context, which can confuse meaning.

Compare Trapped with Stuck, Caught

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Frequently asked questions about Trapped

What does Trapped mean?

Caught and unable to escape.

What is the definition of Trapped?

Caught and unable to move or find a way out.

How do you use Trapped in a sentence?

The child felt trapped in the crowded room.

Can you give another example of Trapped?

They rescued the trapped bird from the tree.

What are synonyms for Trapped?

Common alternatives include stuck, confined, ensnared, caught, boxed in.

What is the opposite of Trapped?

Opposite meanings include free, released, unconfined.

What words go with Trapped?

It commonly pairs with trapped in a situation, trapped in traffic, trapped by circumstances, trapped animal, trapped audience.

What are common mistakes when using Trapped?

Confusing with 'trap' as a verb. Using 'trapped' when referring to temporary situations. Using 'trapped' without context, which can confuse meaning.

How do you pronounce Trapped?

US: //træpt//, UK: //træpt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Trapped?

Used in both literal and metaphorical contexts. Appropriate in both spoken and written English. Avoid when discussing lighthearted situations.