Settled Meaning in English
word · lemma: settle
释义
Settled is the past form of 'settle' and is also often used as an adjective. It can mean decided or resolved, living comfortably in a new place or situation, or calm and no longer moving or changing.
用法与细微差别
Common patterns include 'the matter is settled', 'feel settled in', and 'the dust has settled'. As an adjective, it often suggests stability after change. Learners may confuse it with only 'resolved', but it is also common for homes, feelings, weather, water, and arguments.
例句
We are settled in our new apartment now.
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The problem is settled, so we can relax.
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After the snow, the road looked settled and quiet.
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It took me a few months, but I finally feel settled here.
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Once the kids were settled in bed, we watched a movie.
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Now that everything's settled, we can talk about the next step.
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