intercalated
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /ˌɪn.təˈkeɪ.lə.tɪd/
KK: /ɪnˈtɜr.kə.leɪ.tɪd/
adjective
Definition
Arranged in alternating layers or interleaved with other elements.
Example
The intercalated layers of the rock create a unique pattern.
Conversation
Have you seen the new apartment layout they designed?
Yeah, I noticed the rooms are quite intercalated with one another.
It’s interesting how they created that flow, right?
Definitely! It makes the space feel more connected.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
interleaved
alternating
layered
Antonyms
uniform
continuous
solid
verb
Definition
To insert something, especially a layer or element, into something else, often in a systematic way.
Example
The scientist intercalated the new data into the existing research to provide a clearer picture.
Tense Forms
Past: intercalated
Past Participle: intercalated
Conversation
Did you see how they intercalated the new chapters in that book?
Yeah, it made the story flow so much better!
I really liked how they intercalated the character backstories too.
Root Explanation
Intercalated → It is formed from "inter-" (meaning between) and "calare" (meaning to call). The word describes something that is called or inserted between other elements, often used in the context of adding extra days or months in a calendar.
Memory Tip
Think of something being 'called in between' — 'inter-' means between, and 'calare' means to call. This helps you remember that intercalated refers to something inserted between other things.
Visually Confused Words
unintercalated