paved
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /peɪvd/
KK: /peɪvd/
adjective
Definition
Having a hard surface made of materials like concrete or asphalt, often used for roads or walkways.
Example
The new park features a paved path for walking and biking.
Conversation
Have you seen the new park they built downtown?
Yeah, I walked through it yesterday; the paths are nicely paved.
I love how it's all designed for walking and biking.
Definitely! It's great to have more paved areas for everyone to enjoy.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
surfaced
sealed
coated
Antonyms
unsealed
rough
natural
verb
Definition
To cover a surface with a hard material, usually to make a road or path.
Example
The workers paved the road with asphalt.
Tense Forms
Past: paved
Past Participle: paved
Conversation
Did you see how they paved that new road in town?
Yeah, it looks so much better now!
I heard they paved it to reduce traffic jams.
Root Explanation
Paved → It originates from the verb 'pave' (from Old French *paver*, meaning to cover with a hard surface) and the suffix '-ed' (indicating a completed action). The word 'paved' means that a surface has been covered or made hard, typically with stones or concrete.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old French word 'paver' meaning to cover a surface — that's why 'paved' means a surface that has been covered.
Visually Confused Words
unpaved
spavied
waved
spave
saved
payed
pavid
paned