tessellated
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈtɛsəˌleɪtɪd/
KK: /tɛsəˈleɪtɪd/
adjective
Definition
Describing a surface that is covered with shapes that fit together without any gaps, often creating a pattern like tiles or a mosaic.
Example
The floor was beautifully tessellated with colorful tiles.
Conversation
Have you seen the new floor design in the café?
Yeah, it's really cool how they made it look tessellated.
I love that style; it adds such a unique touch!
Absolutely! It makes the whole place feel more vibrant.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
mosaic
patterned
checkered
Antonyms
plain
uniform
smooth
verb
Definition
To cover a surface with a pattern of shapes that fit together without any gaps or overlaps.
Example
The artist tessellated the floor with colorful tiles to create a beautiful design.
Tense Forms
Past: tessellated
Past Participle: tessellated
Conversation
Have you seen that new art exhibit downtown?
Yeah, I went last weekend! They had some amazing tessellated patterns.
I really want to check it out; I love how those designs look.
Root Explanation
Tessellated → It is formed from "tessella" (from Latin, meaning a small square or tile) and the suffix "-ate" (meaning to make or to cause to be). The word "tessellated" refers to something that has been made into a pattern using small squares or tiles, resembling a mosaic.
Memory Tip
Imagine small tiles or squares ('tessella') being arranged to create a beautiful pattern — that's what tessellated means.
Visually Confused Words
untessellated
stellated