adj
Uncommon
furnished
FUR-nihsht
Furnished (adj) means Equipped with furniture. Example: “They rented a fully furnished flat near the city center.”
adj
1
Equipped with furniture.
"They rented a fully furnished flat near the city center."
"The furnished room came with a bed, desk, and wardrobe."
"We are looking for a furnished studio because we cannot bring our own sofa abroad."
How to use furnished
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAlready fitted out with furniture, ready to live or work in.
Common pairings
fully furnished
unfurnished vs furnished
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Rhymes for furnished
fished
famished
vanished
polished
punished
finished
banished
cherished
published
nourished
anguished
tarnished
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Frequently asked questions
What does “furnished” mean?
The word “furnished” means equipped with furniture. In plain terms, already fitted out with furniture, ready to live or work in.
How do you pronounce “furnished”?
“Furnished” is pronounced FUR-nihsht (/ˈfɝnɪʃt/ in IPA).
How do you use “furnished” in a sentence?
Here is “furnished” used in a sentence: “They rented a fully furnished flat near the city center.”
What is the opposite of “furnished”?
The opposite of “furnished” — its antonyms — is unfurnished.
What part of speech is “furnished”?
“Furnished” is an adjective.
Is “furnished” a common word?
“Furnished” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between furnished and unfurnished?
Furnished means a space is equipped with furniture, typically including items like beds, sofas, and tables, ready for someone to move in and use. Unfurnished means the space is empty of furniture, requiring the occupant to supply their own.
What is the difference between furnished and semi-furnished?
Furnished usually means all essential furniture is provided, while semi-furnished means only some items, such as major appliances or a few key pieces, are included and the rest must be supplied by the occupant. The exact meaning of semi-furnished can vary between listings.
