fasciated
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /fæˈʃiˌeɪtɪd/
KK: /fæˈʃiˌeɪtɪd/
adjective
Definition
Having a flattened or ribbon-like appearance, often due to abnormal growth or development.
Example
The fasciated cactus had a unique shape that made it stand out in the garden.
Conversation
Have you seen that plant with the strange shape in the garden?
Yeah, I think it's called a fasciated cactus or something like that.
It really stands out, doesn’t it?
Definitely! I love how unique the fasciated ones look.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
banded
striped
layered
Antonyms
plain
uniform
smooth
verb
Definition
To grow in a flattened or ribbon-like form, often seen in plants where the stem or flower develops abnormally.
Example
The fasciated cactus had a unique, flattened shape that made it stand out in the garden.
Tense Forms
Past: fasciated
Past Participle: fasciated
Conversation
Did you see the plant I fasciated last week?
Yeah, it looks really interesting with that unique shape!
I wasn't sure how it would turn out, but I'm glad I tried it.
Root Explanation
Fasciated → It is formed from "fascis" (from Latin, meaning bundle or band) and the suffix "-ated" (indicating a condition or state). The word describes a condition where a plant or part of a plant is flattened or banded, resembling a bundle.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'bundle' ('fascis') that has taken on a special 'condition' ('-ated') — that's why fasciated refers to something that appears banded or flattened.
Visually Confused Words
unfasciated
unfascinated
trifasciated
fastigated
associated
falcated
semifasciated
unfascinate