Definition

The act of stopping or seizing someone or something, often used in a legal context.

Example

The police made an arrestment after the suspect was found at the scene.

Conversation

Did you hear about the recent arrestment in our neighborhood?

Yeah, I saw it on the news; it sounded pretty serious.

I wonder what led to that arrestment happening so close to home.

Me too! It's a bit unsettling, but I'm glad the police acted quickly.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Arrestment → It is formed from "arrest" (from Old French *arrest*, meaning to stop or seize) and the suffix "-ment" (meaning the action or result of). The word "arrestment" refers to the act or process of stopping or seizing something.

Memory Tip

Think of the action of 'stopping' ('arrest') and the result of that action ('-ment') — that's why arrestment means the act of stopping or seizing something.

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