scored

word · lemma: score

/ˈskɔɹd/
skord
/skˈɔːd/
skawd

Definition

Past tense of 'score'; to get points in a game or test, or to make a goal in sports.

Usage & Nuances

Common in sports ('scored a goal'), tests ('scored high'), and music ('scored a film' means wrote music). Usually means achieving a positive result. Can be confused with different senses of 'score' (music, mark).

Example Sentences

He scored three goals in the match.

basic

She scored 95 on the math test.

basic

Our team scored in the last minute.

basic

Wow, you scored front-row seats to the concert?

natural

He scored the winning goal in overtime.

natural

She really scored with that idea; the boss loved it.

natural