Captivity Meaning
/kæpˈtɪvɪti/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe state of being captive.
nounA group of people/beings captive.
Sentence Examples
He was held in captivity.
I think that dolphins should not be kept in captivity.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The zoo's new program aims to improve the lives of animals in ____.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
It is often hard for some wild animals to live in ____ for a long time.
Word Origin & History
From Middle English captivite, from Latin captīvitās. By surface analysis, captive + -ity. Entered into the English lexicon around the 14th century.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The zoo's new program aims to improve the lives of animals in ____.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
It is often hard for some wild animals to live in ____ for a long time.