sulfured
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈsʌlfərd/
KK: /ˈsʌlfərd/
adjective
Definition
Describes something that has been treated or combined with sulfur, often to preserve or enhance its qualities.
Example
The sulfured fruit had a longer shelf life than the fresh ones.
Conversation
Have you ever tried the sulfured fruits from the market?
No, I haven't. What do they taste like?
They're really sweet, but some people say the sulfured ones can be a bit too tangy.
I might give them a try then, I love sweet fruits!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
sulfurous
sulphurous
sulfide
Antonyms
unsulfured
pure
clean
verb
Definition
To treat or preserve something with sulfur, often to prevent spoilage or to enhance flavor.
Example
The grapes were sulfured to keep them fresh during transport.
Tense Forms
Past: sulfured
Past Participle: sulfured
Conversation
Did you know that the chef sulfured the vegetables before cooking them?
Really? I didn't know that was a technique used in cooking.
Yeah, it helps preserve the color and flavor.
Root Explanation
Sulfured → The word is derived from "sulfur" (from Latin *sulfur*, meaning a yellow, non-metallic element) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a state or condition). The term "sulfured" refers to something that has been treated with or contains sulfur.
Memory Tip
Think of sulfur as a yellow element that gives a specific quality to something — that's why sulfured means it has been treated with sulfur.
Visually Confused Words
unlured