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sheltered

SHEHL-tuhd

Sheltered (adj) means Protected from bad weather or harsh conditions. Example: “They found a sheltered spot behind the wall to eat lunch.”

adj
1
Protected from bad weather or harsh conditions.
"They found a sheltered spot behind the wall to eat lunch."
2
Describing someone who was raised with so much protection from parents or guardians that they missed out on real-world experience.
"He admitted his sheltered upbringing left him unprepared for living alone."

How to use sheltered

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishKept safe and protected — either from the weather, or (for a person) from the harder realities of life.

Common mistake

The "overprotected person" sense is usually a little critical or pitying, not a compliment.

Common pairings
a sheltered life a sheltered upbringing a sheltered spot

Word forms

more sheltered comparative, most sheltered superlative

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Frequently asked questions

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.

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