addressed
0 antonyms and opposites of addressed, grouped by meaning.
Adjective — Marked or labeled with a specific address or recipient.
Frequently asked questions
What does “addressed” mean?
The word “addressed” means marked or labeled with a specific address or recipient. In plain terms, having had an address written on it, or having been spoken to / dealt with.
How do you pronounce “addressed”?
“Addressed” is pronounced uh-DREHST (/əˈdɹɛst/ in IPA).
How do you use “addressed” in a sentence?
Here is “addressed” used in a sentence: “The letter was addressed to the wrong department.”
What part of speech is “addressed”?
Depending on how it is used, “addressed” can be an adjective and a verb.
Is “addressed” a common word?
“Addressed” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “addressed” have?
“Addressed” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: marked or labeled with a specific address or recipient.
What is the difference between "addressed" and "addressed to"?
"Addressed" on its own usually means dealt with or spoken to, as in "she addressed the problem," while "addressed to" means marked for a specific recipient, as in "a letter addressed to her." The added "to" points to who or what something is directed at.
What is the difference between "addressed" and "answered"?
To have "addressed" a question means to have dealt with, discussed, or acknowledged it, which does not always mean it was fully resolved. "Answered" implies a direct reply was given, so a speaker can address a question without truly answering it.
Is it spelled "addressed" or "adressed"?
The correct spelling is "addressed," with a double "d" and a double "s." "Adressed" with a single "d" is a common misspelling.
When does "addressed" mean "dealt with"?
"Addressed" means dealt with or tackled when it refers to a problem, question, issue, or concern, as in "the report addressed several worries." When it refers to an envelope or parcel, it instead means marked with a recipient's address.