detained

[dɪˈteɪnd]

detained Definition

• 1. keep (someone) in official custody, typically for questioning about a crime or in politically sensitive situations
• 2. keep (someone) from proceeding; hold back

Using detained: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "detained" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  He was detained by the police for questioning.

• Example

  The flight was delayed and we were detained at the airport for several hours.

• Example

  The teacher detained the student after class to discuss his behavior.

• Example

  The bad weather detained us from leaving earlier.

detained Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for detained

• arrested
• apprehended
• held
• confined
• captured

Antonyms for detained

• released
• freed

Phrases with detained

• be detained at Her Majesty's pleasure

  be kept in prison for an indefinite period, typically for a serious crime

  Example

  He was convicted of murder and will be detained at Her Majesty's pleasure.

• detain in custody

  keep someone in official custody

  Example

  The suspect was detained in custody for further investigation.

• detain under arrest

  keep someone in custody after being arrested

  Example

  The suspect was detained under arrest for questioning.

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Summary: detained in Brief

The verb 'detained' [dɪˈteɪnd] means to keep someone in official custody, often for questioning about a crime or in politically sensitive situations. It can also mean to hold someone back from proceeding. Examples include 'He was detained by the police for questioning,' and 'The bad weather detained us from leaving earlier.'