spidered
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈspaɪdərd/
KK: /ˈspaɪdərd/
adjective
Definition
Covered with or infested by spiders or their webs.
Example
The old house looked spidered, with webs in every corner.
Conversation
Did you see that old house down the street?
Yeah, it looks really spidered and creepy.
I wouldn't want to go near it at night.
Same here! It gives off such an eerie vibe.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
cobwebbed
infested
webbed
Antonyms
clean
clear
uninfested
verb
Definition
To have caught or trapped something in a web-like manner, similar to how a spider does.
Example
The artist spidered the threads across the canvas to create a unique design.
Tense Forms
Past: spidered
Past Participle: spidered
Conversation
Did you see that old house down the street?
Yeah, I heard it's been spidered for years now.
That's so creepy! I can't believe no one has bought it.
Root Explanation
The word 'spidered' is derived from 'spider' (from Old English 'spīthra', meaning a spider) and the suffix '-ed' (indicating a past action or state). The term 'spidered' refers to something that has been affected by or associated with a spider, often implying being covered in webs or resembling a spider's characteristics.
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'spider' and remember that 'spidered' means something that has been touched by or is related to a spider.
Visually Confused Words
spired
spinder
ridered
pierced
osiered