Covered
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkʌvə(ɹ)d/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Covered is an adjective meaning Overlaid (with) or enclosed (within something).
Meaning
Overlaid (with) or enclosed (within something).
More Meanings
- (figuratively) Prepared for, or having dealt with, some matter
- (poker) Than whom another player has more money available for betting.
- simple past and past participle of cover
- (dated) Wearing one's hat.
Example Sentences
The hilltops are all covered in snow.
With my insurance, I am covered for earthquake damage.
John has $100 on the table, while Jill only has $75. John has Jill covered.
The “little green men”—faces covered, wearing unmarked olive uniforms, speaking Russian and using Russian weapons—have played a significant role in both the occupation of Crimea and the civil war in eastern Ukraine.¹⁹⁶
Synonyms for covered
Depending on context, synonyms include plastered, veiled, white, muffled, draped, encrusted.
Antonyms for covered
Common opposites include uncovered.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include wrapped, veiled, sealed, canopied, beaded, encrusted.
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