adj Uncommon

draped

draypt

Draped (adj) means Covered or wrapped loosely in fabric that hangs softly. Example: “The statue was draped in a white sheet before the unveiling.”

adj

Covered or wrapped loosely in fabric that hangs softly.

"The statue was draped in a white sheet before the unveiling."

"She sat with a shawl draped over her shoulders."

Fitted loosely with soft, flowing fabric rather than a tight cut.

"The dress had a beautifully draped neckline."

How to use draped

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishLoosely covered or hung with soft fabric.

Common pairings

draped in fabric draped over draped across

Word forms

more draped comparative, most draped superlative

Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Flow — saved to your collection.

Test yourself on “draped” A quick quiz — meaning, synonyms & usage →

Fill the gap

Can you complete this real example?

The statue was _____ in a white sheet before the unveiling.

Rhymes for draped

raped caped heaped shaped escaped videotaped

See all rhymes for draped →

Frequently asked questions

What does “draped” mean?

The word “draped” means covered or wrapped loosely in fabric that hangs softly. In plain terms, loosely covered or hung with soft fabric.

How do you pronounce “draped”?

“Draped” is pronounced draypt (/dɹeɪpt/ in IPA).

How do you use “draped” in a sentence?

Here is “draped” used in a sentence: “The statue was draped in a white sheet before the unveiling.”

What part of speech is “draped”?

“Draped” is an adjective.

Is “draped” a common word?

“Draped” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “draped” have?

“Draped” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: covered or wrapped loosely in fabric that hangs softly.