ribbed
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /rɪbd/
KK: /rɪbd/
adjective
Definition
Describing a surface that has raised lines or ridges, often resembling the shape of ribs.
Example
The fabric of the shirt is ribbed, giving it a unique texture.
Conversation
I just bought a new sweater, and it has a really nice ribbed texture.
That sounds cool! I love sweaters like that.
Yeah, it feels so cozy and warm with the ribbed design.
You should wear it when we go out next time!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
striped
grooved
fluted
Antonyms
smooth
flat
plain
verb
Definition
To have created a series of raised lines or ridges on a surface, often used in reference to fabric or materials.
Example
The designer ribbed the fabric to give it a unique texture.
Tense Forms
Past: ribbed
Past Participle: ribbed
Conversation
Did you see the sweater I ribbed last weekend?
Yeah, it looked really cozy!
I can't believe how well it turned out after I ribbed it myself.
Root Explanation
Ribbed → It is formed from "rib" (from Old English "ribbe", meaning a curved or arched structure) and "-ed" (a suffix used to form the past participle or adjective). The word "ribbed" describes something that has a series of raised lines or ridges resembling ribs.
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'rib' as a curved structure, and remember that 'ribbed' means something that has raised lines or ridges like ribs.
Visually Confused Words
unribbed
sibbed
rubbed
nibbed
gibbed
scribbled
ribe
midribbed