paved
Paved (adj) means having a hard covering such as concrete or asphalt. Example: “They walked along a paved path through the park.”
How to use paved
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishCovered with a hard surface — or, figuratively, already prepared.
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Etymology
From Middle English paved, ypavyd, equivalent to pave + -ed.
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What does “paved” mean?
The word “paved” means having a hard covering such as concrete or asphalt. In plain terms, covered with a hard surface — or, figuratively, already prepared.
How do you pronounce “paved”?
“Paved” is pronounced payvd (/peɪvd/ in IPA).
How do you use “paved” in a sentence?
Here is “paved” used in a sentence: “They walked along a paved path through the park.”
What is another word for “paved”?
Words with a similar meaning to “paved” include paven.
What part of speech is “paved”?
“Paved” is an adjective.
Is “paved” a common word?
“Paved” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “paved” have?
“Paved” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: having a hard covering such as concrete or asphalt.
What does it mean to say the way was "paved" for something?
When used figuratively, paved describes something set up or made ready in advance, as in "paved the way," meaning prior actions or plans created favorable conditions for a later event or outcome. This sense extends the literal idea of laying a hard surface to make travel easier.
What is the difference between a paved road and an unpaved road?
A paved road has a hard covering such as concrete or asphalt, providing a smooth, durable surface, while an unpaved road is typically bare dirt or gravel, making it rougher and more affected by weather.