Definition

Describing something that has a ceiling of a particular type or style.

Example

The room was beautifully ceilinged with intricate woodwork.

Conversation

Have you seen the new café with the ceilinged patio?

Yeah, I love how it feels so open and airy inside.

I think the ceilinged design really adds to the atmosphere.

Absolutely! It makes it a great place to relax with friends.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ceilinged → The word is formed from "ceiling" (from Old French *ceiling*, meaning the upper interior surface of a room) and "-ed" (a suffix used to form the past participle or adjective). The term "ceilinged" describes a space that has a ceiling, indicating its enclosed upper surface.

Memory Tip

Think of a room that has an 'upper surface' ('ceiling') — the '-ed' shows that it has this feature. This helps you remember that 'ceilinged' means a room with a ceiling.

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