Seizes Meaning in English
word · lemma: seize
ˈsizɪz
SEE-ziz
sˈiːzɪz
SEE-ziz
Definition
To take hold of suddenly and with force; or to take something legally or by authority. Can also mean to take advantage of an opportunity.
Usage & Nuances
Formal or semi-formal; 'seize' is common in legal, police, or journalistic contexts ('seize drugs', 'seize the opportunity'). Not used for gentle or slow actions. Avoid confusing with 'cease' (stop).
Spanish: apresa - toma - incautaPortuguese (BR): apreende - agarra - confiscaPortuguese (PT): apreende - agarra - confiscaChinese (Simplified): 夺取 - 抓住 - 没收Chinese (Traditional): 奪取 - 抓住 - 沒收Hindi: जब्त करता है - पकड़ लेता है - छीन लेता हैArabic: يستولي على - يمسك - يصادرBengali: হাতিয়ে নেয় - জব্দ করেRussian: захватывает - конфискуетJapanese: 押収する - つかみ取るVietnamese: tịch thu - nắm bắtKorean: 압수하다 - 움켜잡다Turkish: el koyar - yakalarUrdu: ضبط کرلیتا ہے - پکڑ لیتا ہےIndonesian: menyita - merebut
Example Sentences
The police seizes illegal weapons during the raid.
basic
He quickly seizes the ball from his opponent.
basic
If she seizes this chance, she might get the job.
basic
The government often seizes land for public projects.
natural
He always seizes the moment when an opportunity comes his way.
natural
Customs seizes goods that are not declared at the border.
natural