Synonyms for

Released

Verb / ri:ˈli:st / Another word for released — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to set free or allow to escape

Synonyms & similar words

unloose free exhaust discharge unfreeze eject unblock turn unloosen relinquish secrete expel freeze resign issue publish hold liberate loose block release confine discharge liberate free unleash unloose unshackle untie unlock unfasten unbuckle unclasp unlatch unzip unwrap uncover exempt excuse forgive

Synonyms by register

Formal

published issued unleashed disseminated

Informal

out free let go set loose

Literary

emancipated unfettered liberated

Antonyms

confined held retained kept imprisoned detained restrained

Common collocations

  • new album released
  • movie released
  • product released
  • software released
  • officially released
  • peace released
  • energy released

Word family

noun release
verb release
adjective released

Usage note

The word 'released' can refer to making something available to the public (like a movie or product) or setting something or someone free from confinement or restraint.

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Example sentences

  1. The new movie will be released next month.
  2. The animal was released back into the wild.
  3. The prisoner was released from jail.
  4. The company has released a new product.
  5. The book was released in multiple languages.

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