thralldom

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Word: Thralldom

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: Thralldom refers to the state of being under the control of another person. It implies a lack of freedom, where someone is dominated or enslaved by another.

Usage Instructions:

• Thralldom is used when talking about situations where someone has power over someone else, often in a negative context.
• It is not commonly used in everyday conversation, but it can be found in literature or discussions about history or oppression.

Example Sentence:

• "In the past, many people lived in thralldom, forced to work for their masters without any rights."

Advanced Usage:

In literature, thralldom can be used metaphorically to describe emotional or psychological states, such as feeling trapped in a difficult relationship or situation.

Word Variants:

• Thralled (verb): The past tense of "thrall," meaning to enslave or to dominate.
• Thrall (noun): A person who is in thralldom; someone who is enslaved or controlled.

Different Meanings:

While thralldom primarily refers to slavery or control, it can also be used more generally to describe any situation where someone feels powerless or subordinate.

Synonyms:

• Slavery
• Servitude
• Bondage
• Subjugation
• Oppression

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

There are no direct idioms or phrasal verbs that specifically include thralldom, but related phrases might include: - "Under someone’s thumb," which means to be controlled by someone. - "In the grip of," which suggests being strongly influenced or controlled by something.

Summary:

Thralldom is an important word when discussing issues of power and freedom.

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Noun

1. the state of being under the control of another person

Synonyms

• bondage
• slavery
• thrall
• thraldom