Ravishment
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Ravishment is a noun meaning seizure by force.
Meaning
seizure by force.
More Meanings
- (dated or BDSM) rape
Example Sentences
Joseph Sedley, who was fond of music, and soft-hearted, was in a state of ravishment during the performance of the song, and profoundly touched at its conclusion.
Word Forms
- ravishments
Synonyms for ravishment
Depending on context, synonyms include assault, rape, violation, entrancement.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include entrancement, rape, assault, violation, enravishment, rapt.
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