capture
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈkæp.tʃər/
KK: /ˈkæp.tʃɚ/
noun
Definition
A person or thing that has been caught or seized, often as a prize or trophy.
Example
The capture of the enemy base was a significant victory for the troops.
Conversation
Did you see the amazing capture of that wild animal on TV last night?
Yes! It was so thrilling to watch how they managed to do it.
I can't believe they got it on camera; that was such a rare capture.
Totally! It’s always exciting to see something like that in nature.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
seizure
catch
gain
Antonyms
release
loss
surrender
transitive verb
Definition
To take control of something or someone, often by force, or to attract and hold someone's attention or interest.
Example
The photographer was able to capture the beauty of the sunset in his pictures.
Tense Forms
Past: captured
Past Participle: captured
Conversation
Did you see that photographer trying to capture the sunset yesterday?
Yeah, I noticed! It was beautiful, especially with all those colors.
I think it's amazing how they can capture such moments so perfectly.
Root Explanation
Capture → It is formed from "capere" (meaning to seize or take) and the suffix "-ure" (indicating the action or result of). The word "capture" means the act of taking or seizing something.
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'capere' which means to 'seize' — this helps you remember that 'capture' refers to the act of seizing something.
Visually Confused Words
scalpture
recapture
rapture
uncaptured
recapturer
precapture
noncapture
raptured