seized

[siːzd]

seized Definition

• 1. take hold of suddenly and forcibly
• 2. confiscate or take legal possession of (assets)

Using seized: Examples

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

• Example

  He seized her by the arm and pulled her towards him.

• Example

  The police seized a large quantity of drugs in the raid.

• Example

  The government has seized control of the company's assets.

• Example

  The rebels have seized power in the country.

seized Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for seized

• grabbed
• grasped
• snatched
• appropriated
• confiscated

Antonyms for seized

• released
• returned
• let go

Phrases with seized

• seize the day

  make the most of the present moment without worrying about the future

  Example

  I decided to seize the day and go on a spontaneous road trip with my friends.

• seize up

  to suddenly stop working or moving properly

  Example

  The car engine seized up and we had to call a mechanic.

• seize on/upon something

  to quickly take advantage of an opportunity

  Example

  The company seized upon the new technology and became very successful.

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Summary: seized in Brief

The verb 'seized' [siːzd] means to take hold of suddenly and forcibly, or to confiscate or take legal possession of assets. Examples include 'He seized her by the arm and pulled her towards him,' and 'The government has seized control of the company's assets.' Phrases like 'seize the day' encourage making the most of the present moment, while 'seize up' refers to sudden malfunctioning, and 'seize on/upon something' denotes quick action to take advantage of an opportunity.