release
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /rɪˈliːs/
KK: /rɪˈlis/
noun
Definition
The act of letting something go or setting it free, often from a physical or legal hold.
Example
The release of the new movie was highly anticipated by fans.
Conversation
Did you hear about the new movie release next week?
Yeah, I've been looking forward to it for months!
I can't wait to see it; I hope it lives up to the hype.
Me too! A good release can really make or break a weekend.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
liberation
discharge
unfastening
Antonyms
confinement
restraint
obligation
transitive verb
Definition
To let go of something or to allow it to be free; to make something available to others.
Example
The company will release the new product next month.
Tense Forms
Past: released
Past Participle: released
Conversation
Did you hear they are going to release that new movie next week?
Yeah, I can't wait to see it!
I hope they release it in theaters and not just online.
Root Explanation
Release → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "laxare" (meaning to loosen). The word describes the act of loosening something again or setting it free.
Memory Tip
Think of 'loosening' something 'again' — that's why release means to set free or let go.
Visually Confused Words
prelease
recleanse
relapse
reese
lease
unreleased
prorelease
prerelease