gated
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈɡeɪtɪd/
KK: /ɡeɪtɪd/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that has a gate or is controlled by a gate, often used to indicate restricted access or security.
Example
The gated community offers enhanced security for its residents.
Conversation
Have you seen that new apartment complex with the gated entrance?
Yeah, I heard it's really secure and nice inside.
I think living in a gated community would be so peaceful.
Definitely! It feels safer, especially with all the crime these days.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
restricted
enclosed
secured
Antonyms
open
accessible
unrestricted
verb
Definition
To enclose or secure an area with a gate, or to control access to something.
Example
The property was gated to ensure privacy and security.
Tense Forms
Past: gated
Past Participle: gated
Conversation
Did you know they gated the park last week?
Really? I didn't hear about that, why?
I think it's to keep out the stray animals.
Root Explanation
Gated → It is formed from "gate" (from Old English *geat*, meaning an opening or entrance) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a state or condition). The word "gated" refers to something that has a gate or is enclosed by a gate.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'gate' as an entrance or opening, and when something is 'gated', it means it has that entrance or is surrounded by it.
Visually Confused Words
gaited
togated
jugated
grafted
goateed
gerated
gaunted
rated