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arrested

The correct spelling is arrested.

How to pronounce arrested

/əˈɹɛstɪd/
verb

IPA: /əˈɹɛstɪd/

Say it like: Arr-est-ed

The correct spelling is arrested. To stop the motion of (a person or animal). For example: "The police have arrested a suspect in the murder inquiry."

Usage Examples

The police have arrested a suspect in the murder inquiry.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To stop the motion of (a person or animal).
  2. 2.To stay, remain.
  3. 3.To stop or slow (a process, course etc.).
  4. 4.To seize (someone) with the authority of the law; to take into legal custody.
  5. 5.To catch the attention of.

adjective

  1. 1.Having been stopped or prevented from developing; terminated prematurely.
  2. 2.Having been placed under arrest, or having been charged with a crime.

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