Pronunciation

/sləˈraɪəri/

Definitions

Noun

1. Slavery (n): The system of owning, controlling, and exploiting another person, typically for forced labor, often under brutal conditions, historically prevalent in many societies, especially in the Americas during the 16th to 19th centuries.
   • Definition: The condition of being a slave; servitude without freedom or rights.

Verb

1. To enslave (v): To make someone a slave, usually through force, coercion, or deception.
   • Example: “The conquerors enslaved the local population.”

Adjective

1. Slavonic (adj): Relating to the languages, culture, or people of Slavic origin.
   • Example: “The Slavonic music festival showcased traditional folk tunes.”

Phrases

• “Liberate from slavery”
• “End the practice of slavery”
• “Born into slavery”
• “A legacy of slavery”
• “Slavery abolition movement”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The descendants of slaves still struggle with the lasting effects of their ancestors’ enslavement.”
• Verb: “The Underground Railroad helped many slaves escape to freedom.”
• Adjective: “The Slavonic dialects differ significantly from one another.”

Synonyms

• Bondage
• Serfdom
• Unfreedom
• Captivity
• Forced labor

Antonyms

• Freedom
• Independence
• Liberation
• Emancipation
• Autonomy