tattooed
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /təˈtuːd/
KK: /tæˈtuːd/
adjective
Definition
Having designs or images permanently marked on the skin.
Example
She has a beautifully tattooed arm that tells a story.
Conversation
Have you seen that guy over there?
Yeah, he looks really interesting with his tattooed arms.
I wonder what stories those tattooed designs tell.
I bet each one has a unique meaning for him.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
inked
marked
decorated
Antonyms
bare
plain
unmarked
verb
Definition
To mark the skin with a design using ink or other pigments, often permanently.
Example
She decided to get a tattooed design on her arm to celebrate her heritage.
Tense Forms
Past: tattooed
Past Participle: tattooed
Conversation
Did you see that guy at the cafe with all the tattooed arms?
Yeah, I noticed him! It looked pretty cool.
I wonder if he tattooed any special meanings into them.
Root Explanation
Tattooed → It originates from the Tahitian word 'tatu', meaning to mark or to strike. The word 'tattooed' refers to the act of marking the skin with ink or pigment.
Memory Tip
Imagine the Tahitian word 'tatu' meaning to mark — that's why tattooed means marked on the skin.
Visually Confused Words
untattooed