Definition

Describing something that has petals, typically referring to flowers.

Example

The garden was filled with petalled blooms of various colors.

Conversation

Did you see the new flowers in the park?

Yes! They are so beautiful, especially the petalled ones.

I know, right? The colors are so vibrant.

Absolutely! I love how they brighten up the whole area.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Petalled → It is formed from "petal" (from Old French *petale*, meaning a part of a flower) and "-ed" (a suffix indicating a state or condition). The word "petalled" describes something that has petals or is characterized by petals.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'petal' which refers to a part of a flower, and remember that 'petalled' means having petals.

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