metalled
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈmɛtəld/
KK: /ˈmɛtld/
adjective
Definition
Made of metal or having metal parts, often used to describe surfaces that are covered with metal or have metal fittings.
Example
The metalled road was smooth and easy to drive on.
Conversation
Have you seen the new bike path they built?
Yeah, I did! It looks really nice and metalled.
I like how smooth it is to ride on now.
Definitely, it makes biking so much more enjoyable.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
metallic
plated
coated
Antonyms
uncoated
bare
soft
verb
Definition
To cover a surface with metal or to make something into metal.
Example
The road was metalled to improve its durability and safety.
Tense Forms
Past: metalled
Past Participle: metalled
Conversation
Have you seen the new road they metalled in town?
Yeah, it looks so much smoother than before!
I can't believe they finally metalled that old bumpy road.
Root Explanation
Metalled is derived from "metal" (from Old French *metal*, meaning a substance that is typically hard, shiny, and conductive) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a state or condition). The word "metalled" refers to something that has been covered or treated with metal.
Memory Tip
Think of a surface that has been 'treated with metal' — that's what 'metalled' means.
Visually Confused Words
unmetalled
petalled
unmetaled
smelled
petaled
mettled
medaled
measled