routed
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈruːtɪd/
KK: /ˈruːtɪd/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that has been assigned a specific path or direction, often used in contexts like transportation or communication.
Example
The routed delivery trucks followed the designated paths to reach their destinations efficiently.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: more routed
Superlative: most routed
Conversation
Did you hear about the game last night?
Yeah, I heard the team got routed by their rivals.
That's such a bummer; I thought they had a chance.
Me too, but it looks like they just couldn't keep up.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
assigned
directed
defeated
Antonyms
lost
unassigned
victorious
verb
Definition
To direct or send something along a particular path or route.
Example
The technician routed the cables through the walls to keep them hidden.
Tense Forms
Past: routed
Past Participle: routed
Conversation
Did you hear how they routed the traffic for the concert last night?
Yeah, I heard it was a real mess getting in.
I can't believe they routed everyone through that tiny street.
Root Explanation
Routed → It is derived from the word 'route' (from Old French *route*, meaning a way or path) and the suffix '-ed' (indicating past tense). The word 'routed' means to have directed or sent along a specific path or way.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'route' as a specific path that something is directed along, and the '-ed' shows that this action has already happened.
Visually Confused Words
outed
unrouted
runted
rooted
croute
roue
roud
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