The word detainee refers to a person who is being held in custody, either for legal or security reasons. Some synonyms for the word detainee include prisoner, captive, inmate, held person, detainee, abductee and internee. Depending on the context, the term may also be used to refer to someone who is being held against their will by a government or other authority. Other synonyms for detainee may also include terms such as suspect, detainee, or prisoner of war. Regardless of the specific term used, the underlying meaning remains the same: a person who is being held captive or detained, often against their will.