stoppered
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈstɒpəd/
KK: /ˈstɑːpərd/
adjective
Definition
Having a stopper or plug that closes an opening, often used to keep contents inside a container.
Example
The bottle was stoppered tightly to prevent any spills.
Conversation
Did you see the new bottles they have at the store?
Yeah, I noticed they're all stoppered now.
I think it's great because it keeps everything fresh.
Absolutely! Plus, they look really nice on the shelf.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
sealed
capped
closed
Antonyms
open
unsealed
exposed
verb
Definition
To close or seal something, usually a container, with a stopper.
Example
She stoppered the bottle to keep the contents fresh.
Tense Forms
Past: stoppered
Past Participle: stoppered
Conversation
Did you remember to bring the bottle of wine for dinner?
Yes, but I stoppered it tightly to avoid any spills.
That's a good idea! I hate when that happens.
Root Explanation
Stoppered → It is formed from "stopper" (from Middle English *stopper*, meaning a plug or closure) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past participle). The word "stoppered" means having been closed or sealed with a stopper.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'stopper' as something that 'closes' or 'seals' an opening, and the '-ed' shows that it has already been done.
Visually Confused Words
unstoppered
stropper
topper
topped
sopper