sheltered
Sheltered (adj) means Protected from bad weather or harsh conditions. Example: “They found a sheltered spot behind the wall to eat lunch.”
How to use sheltered
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishKept safe and protected — either from the weather, or (for a person) from the harder realities of life.
The "overprotected person" sense is usually a little critical or pitying, not a compliment.
Word forms
more sheltered comparative, most sheltered superlative
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They found a _____ spot behind the wall to eat lunch.
Rhymes for sheltered
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What does “sheltered” mean?
The word “sheltered” means protected from bad weather or harsh conditions. In plain terms, kept safe and protected — either from the weather, or (for a person) from the harder realities of life.
How do you pronounce “sheltered”?
“Sheltered” is pronounced SHEHL-tuhd (/ˈʃɛltɚd/ in IPA).
How do you use “sheltered” in a sentence?
Here is “sheltered” used in a sentence: “They found a sheltered spot behind the wall to eat lunch.”
What part of speech is “sheltered”?
“Sheltered” is an adjective.
Is “sheltered” a common word?
“Sheltered” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “sheltered” have?
“Sheltered” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: protected from bad weather or harsh conditions.