immure
/ɪˈmjʊə(r)/
Group 16Difficulty 3/3
Definition
- (verb)
- To enclose or confine against one's will GRE
Example in Context
The dissident was immured in a remote prison for years, cut off from any contact with the outside world.
Synonyms
confineimprisonwall in
Etymology
To be walled in, suggesting confinement or imprisonment.
- in- (Latin) — in
- murus (Latin) — wall
Memory Aid
🔒Sounds like “I'm your”
When they said, 'I'M YOUR prisoner,' they felt IMMUREd behind the walls!
Visual Association
🏰A person locked inside a castle tower, peering out longingly at the world beyond the walls.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “immure” mean on the GRE?
immure (verb) means “To enclose or confine against one's will”. The dissident was immured in a remote prison for years, cut off from any contact with the outside world.
How to remember “immure” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “immure” sounds like “I'm your”. When they said, 'I'M YOUR prisoner,' they felt IMMUREd behind the walls!
What are synonyms for “immure”?
Common synonyms: confine, imprison, wall in.