confiscate
/ˈkɑːnfɪskeɪt/
con · fis · cate
ˈkɑːn · fɪs · keɪt
English Definition
v. take away (by authority)
Significado en Español
confiscar, decomisar
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
tịch thu, sung công
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
con(together)+fisc(treasure)+ate
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
In the library, the librarian had to confiscate a book from the student who was being disruptive. What is the synonym of “confiscate”?
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A
Seize
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B
Return
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C
Neglect
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D
Borrow
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A — Seize.
“confiscate” means v. take away (by authority)
Common questions about “confiscate”
What does “confiscate” mean?
confiscate — v. take away (by authority). In Chinese: 没收，充公.
How do you pronounce “confiscate”?
confiscate is pronounced /ˈkɑːnfɪskeɪt/. It breaks into 3 syllables: con · fis · cate.
Is “confiscate” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. confiscate appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “confiscate”?
con(together)+fisc(treasure)+ate
