granted
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈɡræntɪd/
KK: /græntɪd/
preposition
Definition
This word is used to acknowledge something as true or accepted, often before presenting a different or opposing idea.
Example
Granted that it was raining, we still decided to go for a walk.
Conversation
I know you love hiking, but it's going to rain this weekend.
I get that, but I really want to go anyway.
Well, granted that you have a raincoat, it might still be fun.
True! A little rain never hurt anyone, right?
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
admittedly
acknowledged
accepted
Antonyms
denied
refuted
disputed
verb
Definition
To give or allow someone something, often officially or formally.
Example
The committee granted her request for additional funding.
Tense Forms
Past: granted
Past Participle: granted
Conversation
I can’t believe they actually granted you the scholarship!
I know, right? I was so surprised when I got the email.
That’s amazing! What are you planning to study with it?
Root Explanation
Granted → It is formed from "grant" (from Old French *granter*, meaning to give or allow) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating past tense). The word "granted" means something that has been given or allowed in the past.
Memory Tip
Think of something that has been 'given' or 'allowed' in the past — that's what 'granted' means.
Visually Confused Words
ungranted
grained
grafted
gerated
gaunted
rated
grate
gated