sweated
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈswɛtɪd/
KK: /ˈswɛtɪd/
adjective
Definition
Having moisture on the surface, often due to heat or exertion.
Example
After running in the sun, I felt all sweated and needed a shower.
Conversation
I can't believe how sweated the clothes feel after that workout.
I know! It's like we were in a sauna the whole time.
Exactly! I should have worn something lighter to avoid getting sweated fabric.
That's a good idea for next time; comfort is key!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
moistened
dampened
soggy
Antonyms
dry
arid
dehydrated
verb
Definition
To have lost liquid from the body through the skin, usually because of heat or exercise.
Example
After running for an hour, he sweated a lot and needed to drink water.
Tense Forms
Past: sweated
Past Participle: sweated
Conversation
I really sweated during that workout today.
Same here! It was intense, but I feel great now.
Yeah, I could hardly keep up and really sweated it out.
Root Explanation
Sweated originates from the Old English 'swētan' (meaning to sweat). The word 'sweated' refers to the past action of producing moisture through the skin, typically as a response to heat or exertion.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old English word 'swētan' which means to sweat, helping you remember that 'sweated' refers to the act of having produced sweat.
Visually Confused Words
seated
unsweated
wreathed
unseated
sheathed
serrated
septated