recycled
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /rɪˈsaɪkəld/
KK: /rɪˈsaɪkəld/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that has been processed and reused instead of being thrown away.
Example
The store sells products made from recycled materials.
Conversation
Did you see those bags made from recycled materials?
Yeah, they look really cool and eco-friendly!
I love how they help reduce waste in our environment.
Absolutely, it's great to see more recycled products out there.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
repurposed
reused
processed
Antonyms
new
waste
discarded
verb
Definition
To process used materials so they can be used again instead of being thrown away.
Example
The company recycled old newspapers to make new paper products.
Tense Forms
Past: recycled
Past Participle: recycled
Conversation
Did you know I recycled all my old magazines yesterday?
That's great! It's good to declutter and help the environment.
Yeah, I feel really good about it now.
Root Explanation
Recycled → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "cycle" (from Greek "kyklos", meaning circle or wheel). The word "recycled" means to process something again in a circular manner, often referring to materials being reused.
Memory Tip
Think of doing something 'again' ('re-') in a 'circular' way ('cycle') — that's why recycled means to reuse materials.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.