painted
Painted (adjective) means covered with a layer of paint. Example: “The freshly painted walls still smelled of paint.”
How to Use Painted
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHaving had paint applied, or (figuratively) fake and only skin-deep.
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The freshly _____ walls still smelled of paint.
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What does “painted” mean?
The word “painted” means covered with a layer of paint. In plain terms, having had paint applied, or (figuratively) fake and only skin-deep.
How do you pronounce “painted”?
“Painted” is pronounced PAYN-tihd (/ˈpeɪ.nɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “painted” in a sentence?
Here is “painted” used in a sentence: “The freshly painted walls still smelled of paint.”
What part of speech is “painted”?
“Painted” is an adjective.
Is “painted” a common word?
“Painted” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “painted” have?
“Painted” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: covered with a layer of paint.
What is the difference between "painted" and "coated"?
"Painted" specifically means covered with a layer of paint, usually for color or decoration. "Coated" is broader and means covered with any layer or substance, such as coated in chocolate, wax, or varnish. All painted surfaces are coated, but not all coated surfaces are painted.
When is "painted" used figuratively rather than literally?
Beyond meaning covered with paint, "painted" can describe something superficial or put-on, lacking real feeling, as in "a painted smile." Used this way it suggests artifice or insincerity rather than genuine emotion. Pairing with words like "smile" or "grief" signals the figurative sense.
What is the difference between "painted" and "dyed"?
"Painted" means a layer of paint is applied on top of a surface, sitting on it. "Dyed" means color is absorbed into a material such as fabric or hair, changing it throughout. Paint coats the outside, while dye soaks in.
How is "painted" used in the phrase "freshly painted"?
"Freshly painted" describes a surface that has recently had a new layer of paint applied and may still be wet or newly dry. It is a common descriptive or warning phrase, similar to "wet paint." The adverb "freshly" stresses how recently the painting was done.