ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Sheltered

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈʃɛltɚd/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Sheltered is an adjective meaning Protected, as from wind or weather.

Meaning

Protected, as from wind or weather.

More Meanings

  1. simple past and past participle of shelter
  2. (sociology) (Of a person) who grew up being overprotected by parents or other guardians, often lacking social skills or worldly experience as a result.

Example Sentences

The boat was much safer, during the storm, in the sheltered cove.
"A sunny, sheltered corner," he remarked. "An ideal spot for a deck-chair and a book."

Synonyms for sheltered

Depending on context, synonyms include secure.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include secure, asylum, shielded, covered, protectable, pedestrian.

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