adjective

dilated

deye-LAY-tihd

Dilated (adjective) means Made wider or larger than normal. Example: “The doctor noted his dilated pupils as a possible drug sign.”

adjective

Made wider or larger than normal.

"The doctor noted his dilated pupils as a possible drug sign."

How to use dilated

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishWidened or enlarged, usually describing pupils, blood vessels, or the cervix during labor.

Word forms

more dilated comparative, most dilated superlative

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Frequently asked questions

What does “dilated” mean?

The word “dilated” means made wider or larger than normal. In plain terms, widened or enlarged, usually describing pupils, blood vessels, or the cervix during labor.

How do you pronounce “dilated”?

“Dilated” is pronounced deye-LAY-tihd (/daɪˈleɪtɪd/ in IPA).

How do you use “dilated” in a sentence?

Here is “dilated” used in a sentence: “The doctor noted his dilated pupils as a possible drug sign.”

What part of speech is “dilated”?

“Dilated” is an adjective.