inched
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ɪnʧt/
KK: /ɪntʃt/
adjective
Definition
Measuring a certain length in inches.
Example
The table was inched to fit perfectly in the corner of the room.
Conversation
Did you see the new bookshelf I got?
Yeah, it looks great! How tall is it?
It's about six feet, but the shelves are inched for extra storage.
That's smart! I love how it maximizes space.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
measured
sized
scaled
Antonyms
unmeasured
imprecise
indeterminate
verb
Definition
To move very slowly or carefully, often by small amounts.
Example
She inched closer to the edge of the cliff to get a better view.
Tense Forms
Past: inched
Past Participle: inched
Conversation
Did you see how the cat inched closer to the bird?
Yeah, it was so sneaky about it!
I thought it would scare the bird away, but it inched forward slowly.
Root Explanation
Inched → The word 'inched' comes from the Old English 'ince', which means a small distance or a small measure. The suffix '-ed' indicates the past tense. Therefore, 'inched' refers to having moved a small distance or measure in the past.
Memory Tip
Think of a small distance or measure ('ince') to remember that 'inched' means to have moved a little bit.
Visually Confused Words
pinched
finched
pinche
unpinched
pinchedly
iced