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prisonlike

/ˈprɪz.ən.laɪk/

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adjective

C1formalcommon/ˈprɪz.ən.laɪk/

Describing a place or atmosphere that resembles a prison, typically in terms of confinement, restriction, or harshness.

  • 🇷🇺Описывающий место или атмосферу, напоминающую тюрьму, обычно с точки зрения заключения, ограничений или суровости.
  1. Resembling a prison B2 informal

    Having the characteristics or atmosphere of a prison, such as confinement, strict rules, or a bleak environment.

    • The dormitory had a prisonlike feel with its barred windows and strict curfew.
    • The office cubicles were arranged in a prisonlike grid, making employees feel trapped.
    • The school's prisonlike atmosphere discouraged creativity and freedom.

    🇷🇺Тюремный

    Synonyms: bleakconfininginstitutionaloppressiverestrictivestark

    Antonyms: freehomeyopenwelcoming

  • more prisonlike comparative form
  • most prisonlike superlative form