shredded
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈʃrɛdɪd/
KK: /ʃrɛdɪd/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that has been cut or torn into thin strips or pieces, often used to refer to food or materials. It can also refer to a person with very defined muscles and low body fat.
Example
The chef served a salad topped with shredded carrots and cabbage.
Conversation
Have you seen Tom's new workout routine?
Yeah, I heard it's really intense and he's getting so shredded.
I can't believe how quickly he's transformed his body!
Right? I need to step up my game to get that shredded look too.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
defined
torn
ripped
Antonyms
smooth
whole
intact
verb
Definition
To cut or tear something into small pieces or strips.
Example
She shredded the documents before throwing them away.
Tense Forms
Past: shredded
Past Participle: shredded
Conversation
Did you see the salad I made for lunch?
Yeah, it looks great! What did you put in it?
I shredded some carrots and added a ton of greens.
Root Explanation
Shredded → It is formed from "shred" (from Old English *scrydan*, meaning to cut or tear) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past participle). The word "shredded" means that something has been cut or torn into small pieces.
Memory Tip
Think of something that has been 'cut' ('shred') into small pieces, and the '-ed' shows that this action has already happened.
Visually Confused Words
shedded
unshredded
sledded
shedder
sharded