adjective
Common
delivered
dih-LIHV-uhd
Delivered (adjective) means Brought to a recipient or destination in the way described. Example: “The package arrived delivered to the wrong address.”
adjective
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Brought to a recipient or destination in the way described.
"The package arrived delivered to the wrong address."
"A well-delivered speech can change minds."
"Freshly delivered milk was waiting on the doorstep when I opened the front door."
How to use delivered
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes something that has already reached where it was sent, or a performance that was given a certain way.
Common pairings
hand-delivered
delivered on time
a delivered speech
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What does “delivered” mean?
The word “delivered” means brought to a recipient or destination in the way described. In plain terms, describes something that has already reached where it was sent, or a performance that was given a certain way.
How do you pronounce “delivered”?
“Delivered” is pronounced dih-LIHV-uhd (/dɪˈlɪv.ɚd/ in IPA).
How do you use “delivered” in a sentence?
Here is “delivered” used in a sentence: “The package arrived delivered to the wrong address.”
What part of speech is “delivered”?
“Delivered” is an adjective.
Is “delivered” a common word?
“Delivered” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between shipped and delivered?
Shipped means an item has left the sender and is on its way; delivered means it has actually reached the recipient or destination. A parcel can be shipped for days before it is finally delivered. In short, shipped marks the start of transit, while delivered marks its successful end.
What does it mean when a package says delivered?
It means the carrier's records show the item reached its destination — a doorstep, mailbox, locker, or the recipient's hands. The status is logged at the moment of drop-off. If a package shows delivered but you cannot find it, check neighbours, other doors, or the carrier, as scans occasionally happen early.
Can delivered describe things other than parcels?
Yes. Beyond mail and packages, delivered describes anything brought to a recipient: a delivered speech, a delivered baby, a delivered verdict, or a promise delivered on time. In each case the word signals that something was successfully conveyed, presented, or carried out in the manner described.
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