immured
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ɪˈmjʊrd/
KK: /ɪˈmjʊrd/
adjective
Definition
Confined or trapped in a place, often against one's will.
Example
After the storm, the hikers felt immured in the cabin with no way to leave.
Conversation
I feel like I've been immured in my room all weekend.
Yeah, it can be tough to stay motivated when you're stuck inside.
I need to break free from this immured feeling and get outside more.
Definitely! A little fresh air can make a huge difference.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
confined
imprisoned
caged
Antonyms
free
liberated
released
verb
Definition
To confine someone or something within walls or to shut them in a place that is closed off.
Example
The prisoners were immured in a dark cell for many years.
Tense Forms
Past: immured
Past Participle: immured
Conversation
Did you hear about the old castle they found in the woods?
Yeah, I heard it was immured for years under a thick layer of vines.
It's crazy to think what might be inside after all that time.
Root Explanation
Immured → It is formed from "in-" (meaning in or within) and "murus" (meaning wall). The word describes being enclosed or trapped within walls.
Memory Tip
Think of being 'inside' ('in-') a 'wall' ('murus') — that's why immured means to be trapped within walls.
Visually Confused Words
unimmured
immatured
immeasured
immature