Riddled
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɹɪdəld/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Riddled is an adjective meaning (also figurative) Damaged throughout by holes.
Meaning
(also figurative) Damaged throughout by holes.
More Meanings
- Having (something) spread throughout, as if by an infestation.
- simple past and past participle of riddle
Example Sentences
When the legislation was debated by the House of Commons, Labour Deputy Leader Angela Rayner said it was "riddled with holes", while former Conservative Commons Leader Jacob Rees-Mogg said it was "badly written".
Synonyms for riddled
Depending on context, synonyms include full, damaged.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include damaged, full, covered, sieve, prey, rife.
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