cached
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /kæʃt/
KK: /kæʃt/
adjective
Definition
Stored data that has been saved for quick access later.
Example
The website loaded faster because the images were cached in the browser.
Conversation
Did you notice that the website loads faster now?
Yeah, I think it's because the data is cached.
That makes sense! It's so much easier to navigate now.
Absolutely, I love when things are cached for quicker access.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
stored
saved
archived
Antonyms
lost
deleted
erased
verb
Definition
To store data temporarily in a special memory area so that it can be accessed more quickly in the future.
Example
The browser cached the website so it would load faster the next time I visited it.
Tense Forms
Past: cached
Past Participle: cached
Conversation
Did you notice how fast my browser opened the page?
Yeah, it’s because it cached the data from before.
I should probably clear my cache then to make sure it’s updated.
Root Explanation
Cached → The word 'cached' comes from 'cache' (from French *cacher*, meaning to hide). The suffix '-ed' indicates a past action. Thus, 'cached' refers to something that has been hidden away for future use.
Memory Tip
Think of 'cacher' meaning to hide something away — that's why 'cached' means something has been stored or hidden for later access.
Visually Confused Words
capuched
calced
arched
uncoached
catchweed
ache