headed
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for headed, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Moving or directed toward a particular place.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From "head" plus the suffix "-ed."
Full origin of headed →Frequently asked questions
What does “headed” mean?
The word “headed” means moving or directed toward a particular place.
How do you pronounce “headed”?
“Headed” is pronounced HEH-dihd (/ˈhɛdɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “headed” in a sentence?
Here is “headed” used in a sentence: “We're headed home after the show.”
What part of speech is “headed”?
“Headed” is an adjective.
Is “headed” a common word?
“Headed” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “headed” have?
“Headed” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: moving or directed toward a particular place.
What is an example of 'headed' in a sentence?
You might say, 'We're headed home,' meaning you are on your way there, or 'The train is headed north.' It usually appears with a direction or destination, as in 'headed for trouble' or 'headed towards the coast.' In each case it signals movement or direction toward a particular point.
What is the difference between headed and heading?
Both describe moving toward somewhere, and they often mean the same thing. 'Headed' is common in phrases like 'we're headed out,' especially in American English. 'Heading' is the present participle, as in 'we're heading home.' The difference is largely one of grammar and regional habit rather than meaning.