released

[rɪˈliːst]

released Definition

• 1. allow (something) to move, act, or flow freely.
• 2. allow (information) to be generally available.

Using released: Examples

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

• Example

  The prisoner was released from jail after serving his sentence.

• Example

  The movie was released in theaters last week.

• Example

  The company released a statement about the incident.

released Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for released

• liberate
• discharge
• unleash
• set free
• let go

Antonyms for released

• hold
• keep
• restrain

Phrases with released

• release date

  the date on which a movie, album, or other form of entertainment is made available to the public.

  Example

  Do you know the release date for the new Harry Potter book?

• release form

  a legal document that allows someone to use another person's image or likeness in a photograph or video.

  Example

  I had to sign a release form before they could use my picture in their advertisement.

• release party

  a celebration held to mark the launch of a new product or service.

  Example

  The company is hosting a release party for their latest software update.

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Summary: released in Brief

The verb 'released' [rɪˈliːst] means to allow something to move, act, or flow freely, or to allow information to be generally available. It can refer to setting someone free from confinement, as in 'The prisoner was released from jail after serving his sentence,' or making something available to the public, as in 'The movie was released in theaters last week.' Other phrases include 'release date,' 'release form,' and 'release party.'