painted

Definition

Covered with paint, or decorated by painting. It can describe walls, doors, furniture, or a picture made with paint.

Usage & Nuances

Often used as an adjective: 'a painted wall', 'painted furniture'. It is also the past form of 'paint' in verb phrases like 'She painted the door', but as a standalone word learners often meet it as an adjective. Don't confuse 'painted' with 'drawn': 'painted' uses paint, while 'drawn' usually uses a pen or pencil.

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