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Moderatearrested
The correct spelling is arrested.
How to pronounce arrested
/əˈɹɛstɪd/
verbIPA: /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.To stop the motion of (a person or animal).
- 2.To stay, remain.
- 3.To stop or slow (a process, course etc.).
- 4.To seize (someone) with the authority of the law; to take into legal custody.
- 5.To catch the attention of.
adjective
- 1.Having been stopped or prevented from developing; terminated prematurely.
- 2.Having been placed under arrest, or having been charged with a crime.
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