Immurements refer to the act of confining or enclosing someone or something within a physical structure. There are several synonyms for this word, including incarceration, confinement, isolation, imprisonment, and detention. These words denote the imposition of restriction or captivity on a person or an object, limiting their freedom of movement or expression. Other terms that are related to immurements include segregation, seclusion, and quarantine, which are often used to describe the isolation of individuals for medical or security reasons. Regardless of the context, the use of any of these synonyms emphasizes the notion of being trapped or confined in a space, with limited ability to escape or communicate with the outside world.