1. a person confined in a prison, jail, or similar institution
2. a person living in an institution such as a hospital or asylum

Examples

• The prison housed over 2,000 inmates.
• New inmates must attend an orientation session.
• The inmates were allowed one hour of recreation time daily.
• Several inmates participated in the educational program.
• The hospital’s inmates received regular medical care.
• Mental health services were provided to all inmates at the facility.