Meaning of the word imprisoned in English

What does imprisoned mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

imprisoned

US /ɪmˈprɪz.ənd/
UK /ɪmˈprɪz.ənd/

Adjective

1.

kept in prison; incarcerated

Example:
He was imprisoned for five years for his crimes.
Many political dissidents were imprisoned during the regime.
2.

confined or restricted

Example:
Her creativity felt imprisoned by the strict rules.
The bird was imprisoned in a small cage.