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    DETAINED Synonyms

    There are 4 synonyms of the word detained. (exact relations)
    There are 6 hypernyms of the word detained. (close relations)
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    Definition of DETAINEDAntonyms of DETAINED
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    detainment

    Best Alternative Words for DETAINED

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    1delay
    		verb, nounv, n
    2confine
    		verbv
    3stay
    		verb, adverb, nounv, adv, n
    4hold up
    		verb, nounv, n

    Best Hypernyms For DETAINED

    Here is a list of related hypernyms for detained, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
    Words (4)
    check decelerate delay slow
    Phrases (2)
    slow downslow up

    Alternatives for DELAY

    Words (18)
    detainadjourncalmcheckcunctationdeferholdholdupimpedemoderatepostponepostponementquellstaysuspendwaitforslowpenelopize
    Phrases (3)
    hold upput offtime lag
    All synonyms for delay
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