Definition

Describing something that has a head or is related to a head, often used in specific contexts to indicate a type or quality of head.

Example

The flat-headed screw is designed to sit flush with the surface.

Conversation

I just saw the new movie, and the main character was so headed in his decisions.

Really? I’ve heard mixed reviews about it.

Yeah, he was really cool-headed, even in tough situations.

That sounds interesting! I should check it out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Headed → It is formed from "head" (from Old English "heafod", meaning the upper part of the body or leader) and "-ed" (a suffix used to form the past tense or to indicate a characteristic). The word "headed" means having a head or being directed towards a particular place or goal.

Memory Tip

Think of 'head' as the top or leader of something, and the '-ed' shows a characteristic, so 'headed' means directed towards a specific place or having a head.

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