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    Cautiva (en. Captive)

    /kau̯ˈti.βa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A woman or girl who has been kidnapped or imprisoned.
    The movie tells the story of a captive who manages to escape.
    La película narra la historia de una cautiva que logra escapar.
    In a spiritual context, a person who feels emotionally trapped.
    She felt like a captive of her daily life with no way out.
    Ella se sentía cautiva de su vida cotidiana sin salida.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'captivus', meaning 'captured'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    captive of love
    Refers to a person who is deeply in love and devoted.
    cautiva del amor
    captive of her fears
    Describes someone who is dominated by their fears.
    cautiva de sus miedos

    Related Words

    to captivate
    To attract or strongly draw someone in.
    cautivar
    captivity
    Condition of being captive or under control.
    cautividad

    Slang Meanings

    A person who is under the emotional control of another.
    Since she met him, she has become a captive of his charms.
    Desde que lo conoció, se ha vuelto una cautiva de sus encantos.
    Someone who feels trapped in a toxic relationship.
    She feels like a captive of that harmful relationship.
    Siente que es una cautiva de esa relación dañina.