adj Uncommon

layered

LAY-d

Layered (adj) means arranged in or made up of layers. Example: “She wore a layered outfit to handle the changing weather.”

adj

Arranged in or made up of layers.

"She wore a layered outfit to handle the changing weather."

"The cake had a beautifully layered design."

How to Use Layered

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishMade of several layers, or complex in a way that has different levels of meaning.

Common pairings

layered haircut layered approach

Word Forms

more layered comparative, most layered superlative

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Rhymes for layered

covered ordered altered powered watered revered angered severed catered withered gathered centered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “layered” mean?

The word “layered” means arranged in or made up of layers. In plain terms, made of several layers, or complex in a way that has different levels of meaning.

How do you pronounce “layered”?

“Layered” is pronounced LAY-d (/ˈleɪ.ɚd/ in IPA).

How do you use “layered” in a sentence?

Here is “layered” used in a sentence: “She wore a layered outfit to handle the changing weather.”

What part of speech is “layered”?

“Layered” is an adjective.

Is “layered” a common word?

“Layered” is an uncommon word in modern English.