23 Synonyms for Hostage: pawn, surety

hostage (23 synonym found)

Hostage has 23 synonyms. The top synonyms for hostage are pawn, surety, undertaking, gage, hock, bail, replevin, recognizance and 15 more. Another word for hostage is pawn. Browse the full list below.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a synonym for hostage?

A common synonym for hostage is pawn. Other synonyms include surety, undertaking, gage, hock.

How many synonyms does hostage have?

Hostage has 23 synonyms listed on Thesaurasize.

What does hostage mean?

(n): a person given as a pledge or security for the performance of the conditions of a treaty or stipulations of any kind, on the performance of which the person is to be released

Definition of hostage:

(n) : a person given as a pledge or security for the performance of the conditions of a treaty or stipulations of any kind, on the performance of which the person is to be released

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