blindfolded
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈblaɪndˌfoʊldɪd/
KK: /ˈblaɪndˌfoʊldɪd/
adjective
Definition
Wearing a cover over the eyes to prevent seeing.
Example
The magician performed tricks while blindfolded to amaze the audience.
Conversation
Have you ever tried playing a game blindfolded?
No, I haven't! That sounds challenging but fun.
It really is! It makes you rely more on your other senses.
I can imagine! We should definitely try it sometime.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
veiled
masked
shrouded
Antonyms
sighted
aware
open
verb
Definition
To cover someone's eyes with a cloth or other material so they cannot see.
Example
The magician blindfolded the volunteer before performing the trick.
Tense Forms
Past: blindfolded
Past Participle: blindfolded
Conversation
Did you hear about the game where they blindfolded the players?
Yeah, that sounds so fun and challenging!
I can't believe people actually play like that.
Root Explanation
Blindfolded → It is formed from "blind" (from Old English "blinda", meaning unable to see) and "folded" (from the Old English "fealdan", meaning to fold). The word "blindfolded" means having a covering that prevents sight, thus unable to see.
Memory Tip
Think of being 'unable to see' ('blind') because something is 'folded' over your eyes, which is what it means to be blindfolded.
Visually Confused Words
unblindfold