minted
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈmɪntɪd/
KK: /mɪntɪd/
adjective
Definition
Describes something that has been created or produced, especially in the context of coins or wealth.
Example
The minted coins were displayed in the museum for everyone to see.
Conversation
Did you hear about the guy who just got minted from that tech startup?
Yeah, I read he's already buying a yacht!
Must be nice to be that minted at such a young age.
For sure! I can only imagine the lifestyle he has now.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
coined
wealthy
affluent
Antonyms
impoverished
poor
destitute
verb
Definition
To create or produce something, especially coins or money, usually in a formal or official way.
Example
The government minted new coins to celebrate the anniversary.
Tense Forms
Past: minted
Past Participle: minted
Conversation
Did you hear about the new coins they just minted?
Yeah, I saw them online! They look really cool.
I can't believe they minted a special edition just for the event.
Root Explanation
Minted → The word 'minted' comes from 'mint' (from Old French *minte*, meaning a place where coins are produced) and the suffix '-ed' (indicating a completed action). Thus, 'minted' refers to the action of having produced coins or currency.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'mint' as a place where coins are made, and when something is 'minted', it means it has been produced or created there.
Visually Confused Words
unminted
tinted
misted
minute
minded
intoed
intend
unminuted