fallen
4 synonyms and 1 antonyms for fallen, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Having dropped down, especially due to gravity.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use fallen
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
The past participle of fall, formed with the ending -en.
Full origin of fallen →Frequently asked questions
What does “fallen” mean?
The word “fallen” means having dropped down, especially due to gravity. In plain terms, having fallen down, or — especially — having died in battle.
How do you pronounce “fallen”?
“Fallen” is pronounced FAW-luhn (/ˈfɔlən/ in IPA).
How do you use “fallen” in a sentence?
Here is “fallen” used in a sentence: “Fallen branches littered the forest path after the storm.”
What is the opposite of “fallen”?
The opposite of “fallen” — its antonyms — is arisen.
What part of speech is “fallen”?
Depending on how it is used, “fallen” can be an adjective and a noun.
Is “fallen” a common word?
“Fallen” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “fallen” have?
“Fallen” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: having dropped down, especially due to gravity.
What is the difference between fell and fallen?
Fell is the simple past tense of fall, used on its own, as in she fell over. Fallen is the past participle, used with have, has, or had, as in the tree has fallen; saying has fell is a common mistake.