adj
Very common
covered
KUH-vuhd
Covered (adj) means having something placed over it, or enclosed within a protective layer. Example: “Leave the covered dish in the oven until the guests arrive.”
adj
1
Having something placed over it, or enclosed within a protective layer.
"Leave the covered dish in the oven until the guests arrive."
"The covered walkway kept them dry in the rain."
"Her arms were covered in paint after the art class."
2
Already dealt with, insured against, or accounted for.
"Our travel insurance means any lost luggage is fully covered."
"Don't worry about the topic — it's already covered in chapter three."
"Is water damage covered under this policy?"
How to use covered
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomething that has a protective layer over it, or a topic/risk that has already been addressed or insured.
Common pairings
covered walkway
covered by insurance
well covered
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Etymology
Formed from cover plus the past-tense/adjective ending -ed.
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What does “covered” mean?
The word “covered” means having something placed over it, or enclosed within a protective layer. In plain terms, something that has a protective layer over it, or a topic/risk that has already been addressed or insured.
How do you pronounce “covered”?
“Covered” is pronounced KUH-vuhd (/ˈkʌvə(ɹ)d/ in IPA).
How do you use “covered” in a sentence?
Here is “covered” used in a sentence: “The covered walkway kept them dry in the rain.”
What is the opposite of “covered”?
The opposite of “covered” — its antonyms — is uncovered.
What part of speech is “covered”?
“Covered” is an adjective.
Is “covered” a common word?
“Covered” is a very common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “covered” have?
“Covered” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: having something placed over it, or enclosed within a protective layer.
What is the difference between covered and coated?
Covered means something is placed over an object, which may be loose and removable, like a cloth over a table or a lid on a pot. Coated means a thin layer has been applied so it clings to the surface, like paint on wood or chocolate on a biscuit. Coatings stick; covers can lift off.
What is the opposite of covered?
The main opposites are uncovered, bare, and exposed. Where covered means something lies over or protects an object, the opposites describe it as open to view or to the elements. Depending on context you might also say revealed, unwrapped, or open — anything with nothing placed over it or around it.
What does 'covered' mean in insurance?
In insurance, being covered means a loss or event is included in your policy, so the insurer will pay for it. If your car is 'covered' against theft, a stolen-car claim qualifies for payment. Something 'not covered' falls outside the policy, and you would have to meet that cost yourself.
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