chapped
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /tʃæpt/
KK: /tʃæpt/
adjective
Definition
Dry and rough, often due to exposure to cold or dry conditions.
Example
After spending the day outside in the cold, my lips became chapped.
Conversation
My lips are really chapped from the cold weather.
That happens to me too during winter.
I need to find a good lip balm to fix this.
Definitely! A good one will help keep them soft.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
dry
rough
flaky
Antonyms
smooth
moist
soft
verb
Definition
To become dry, rough, and sore, often due to cold weather or dryness.
Example
Her lips were chapped after spending the day outside in the wind.
Tense Forms
Past: chapped
Past Participle: chapped
Conversation
I can't believe how dry my lips are today.
Yeah, mine have chapped so badly in this winter weather.
I should probably start using some lip balm to fix it.
Root Explanation
Chapped → The word originates from the Old English 'ceapian' (meaning to barter or trade) and is related to the Middle English 'chappen' (meaning to strike or hit). The term 'chapped' refers to skin that has been struck or affected by harsh conditions, leading to cracks or roughness.
Memory Tip
Think of skin that has been 'struck' or affected by harsh weather, which is why it becomes chapped.
Visually Confused Words
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clapped
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