Select the most appropriate one-word substitution for the given group of words.
The act of detaining someone specially during war or due to any political reason
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The most appropriate one-word substitution for "the act of detaining someone specially during war or due to any political reason" is internment.
- Deferment is a postponement of something, such as military service.
- Detainment is the act of detaining someone, especially for questioning or investigation.
- Internment is the confinement of people, especially enemy aliens, in a camp during war.
- Polyandry is the practice of having multiple husbands.