Vocabulary Entry

confiscation

|noun • verb

noun

The act of taking possession of something, often by authority.

Example Sentences

"The confiscation of illegal goods was carried out by the police."

"After the confiscation, the property was returned to its rightful owner."

"The government announced a new policy aimed at reducing confiscation of personal belongings."

verb

Example Sentences

"The authorities confiscate items that are deemed unsafe."

"During the investigation, the agents confiscated several documents."

"They decided to confiscate the weapons found at the scene."