scaffolded
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈskæf.əʊld/
KK: /ˈskæf.əʊld/
adjective
Definition
Provided with a temporary structure that supports workers and materials during construction or repair.
Example
The workers used scaffolded platforms to safely reach the higher parts of the building.
Conversation
Have you seen the new building they're working on downtown?
Yeah, I heard it's going to be scaffolded for a while during construction.
It looks so different with all those structures around it.
I know, but it will be nice once they finish and remove all the scaffolded parts.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
supported
structured
reinforced
Antonyms
unsupported
unstructured
weakened
verb
Definition
To support or provide a structure for something, often used in the context of education or construction.
Example
The teacher scaffolded the lesson to help students understand the complex topic.
Tense Forms
Past: scaffolded
Past Participle: scaffolded
Conversation
I heard they scaffolded the new library last week.
Oh really? That sounds exciting!
Yeah, I can't wait to see how it turns out once it's finished.
Root Explanation
Scaffolded → It is formed from "scaffold" (from Old French *escalfaut*, meaning a temporary structure used to support workmen and materials during construction) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past action or state). The word "scaffolded" means having been supported or constructed with the use of a scaffold.
Memory Tip
Think of a temporary structure ('scaffold') that supports workers during construction, and remember that 'scaffolded' means something has been supported or built up with that structure.
Visually Confused Words
unscaffolded
scalded