Definition

Covered or filled with dense growth, especially of bushes or small trees.

Example

The thicketed area was difficult to walk through due to the dense underbrush.

Conversation

Have you seen that new park with the thicketed areas?

Yeah, it looks so beautiful and wild!

I love how natural it feels, especially with all the trees and plants.

Absolutely! It's a great spot for a picnic.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Thicketed is formed from "thicket" (from Old English "þicce", meaning a dense growth of bushes or trees) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a state or condition). The word "thicketed" describes an area that is characterized by or filled with thickets.

Memory Tip

Imagine a place filled with dense bushes and trees, which is what 'thicketed' means — it's an area that has a lot of thickets.

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