returned
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for returned, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Having come back, especially from a trip, war, or absence.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “returned” mean?
The word “returned” means having come back, especially from a trip, war, or absence. In plain terms, describes someone or something that has come back.
How do you pronounce “returned”?
“Returned” is pronounced rih-TUHND (/ɹɪˈtɝnd/ in IPA).
How do you use “returned” in a sentence?
Here is “returned” used in a sentence: “The returned soldiers were greeted with a parade.”
What part of speech is “returned”?
“Returned” is an adjective.
Is “returned” a common word?
“Returned” is a very common word in modern English.
What is an example of 'returned' used as an adjective?
It describes someone or something that has come back. Common examples include a returned soldier back from war, a returned traveller home from abroad, or returned goods sent back to a shop. In each case, the word marks the completed act of coming back from somewhere or someone's absence.
What is the difference between 'returned' and 'returning'?
Returned describes a completed action — the person or thing is already back, as in a returned veteran. Returning describes an action still in progress or about to happen, as in a returning veteran. One looks back at arrival; the other points to a journey still underway.