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weathered

Weathered (adj) means Worn or discolored by long exposure to sun, wind, or rain. Example: “The weathered barn had turned a soft silver-gray.”

adj
1
Worn or discolored by long exposure to sun, wind, or rain.
"The weathered barn had turned a soft silver-gray."
2
Showing the marks of age and experience.
"The old sailor had a weathered, sun-beaten face."

How to use weathered

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishWorn down by the elements, or (of a face or person) marked by years of hard experience.

Word forms

more weathered comparative, most weathered superlative

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Frequently asked questions

What does “weathered” mean?

The word “weathered” means worn or discolored by long exposure to sun, wind, or rain. In plain terms, worn down by the elements, or (of a face or person) marked by years of hard experience.

How do you use “weathered” in a sentence?

Here is “weathered” used in a sentence: “The weathered barn had turned a soft silver-gray.”

What part of speech is “weathered”?

“Weathered” is an adjective.

How many meanings does “weathered” have?

“Weathered” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: worn or discolored by long exposure to sun, wind, or rain.

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