Synonyms for

Gulag

Verb / ˈgju:læg / / ˈgu:ˌlɑ:g / Another word for gulag — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Gulag is a noun that refers to a system of labor camps in the Soviet Union where political prisoners were forced to work in harsh conditions.

Synonyms & similar words

penitentiary

Example sentences

  1. The prisoners were sent to the gulag for their political beliefs.
  2. My great-grandfather was imprisoned in a gulag during World War II.
  3. Life in the gulag was extremely harsh and cruel.
  4. She escaped from the gulag and found freedom after many years.
  5. The gulag system was known for its oppressive treatment of prisoners.

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