Trodden Meaning in English
word · lemma: tread
Definition
Trodden is the past participle of 'tread', meaning to have stepped on or walked over something, often repeatedly. It is sometimes used figuratively to describe something that is worn, oppressed, or frequently experienced.
Usage & Nuances
Used mainly in formal or literary contexts, often seen in phrases like 'well-trodden path'. Indicates frequent or collective stepping. Also used figuratively for people or ideas that are 'oppressed' or 'overused'. Rare in everyday speech; used for emphasis or imagery.
Example Sentences
She followed the trodden path through the woods.
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The old carpet looked very worn and trodden.
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That’s a well-trodden argument—we’ve heard it before.
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He felt like a trodden man after years at that job.
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Most tourists take the trodden route, but I wanted an adventure.
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The grass was flat and trodden from many feet.
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