Synonyms for

Chained

Verb / tʃeɪnd / Another word for chained — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Chained means to be held back or tied up with a chain.

Synonyms & similar words

unchain enchained chain bound secured fastened tethered leashed trapped imprisoned enslaved restricted constrained fettered hobbled hamstrung manacled shackled handcuffed tied roped

Synonyms by register

Formal

bound restrained secured fastened

Informal

tied up stuck hooked

Literary

manacled yoked shackled

Antonyms

free unfettered liberated released unbound autonomous independent

Common collocations

  • chained to the desk
  • chained to the past
  • chained by debt
  • chained dog
  • chained reaction
  • chained to a routine
  • chained to her job

Word family

noun chain
verb chain
adjective chained

Usage note

Often used metaphorically to describe a state of being restricted or obligated. Can also refer to a literal connection with chains.

Example sentences

  1. The bike was chained to the fence.
  2. The prisoner was chained to the wall.
  3. The boat was chained to the dock.
  4. The monster was chained up in the dungeon.
  5. The dog was chained to the post.

Quotes

  • No man is ever whipped until he quits — in his own mind. - Napoleon Hill
  • “It is not the mountain we conquer, but ourselves.” - Sir Edmund Hillary
  • “The more one judges, the less one loves.” - Honore de Balzac

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