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bared

 

[ bɛrd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

revealed, exposed

The term 'bared' is the past tense of the verb 'bare', meaning to uncover or reveal something. It can refer to exposing something physically, such as skin or parts of an object, or metaphorically, such as revealing emotions or truths. The use of 'bared' often carries a sense of vulnerability or honesty, as it implies that something is laid open for all to see. The word is frequently used in literary and descriptive contexts to evoke strong imagery.

Synonyms

displayed, exposed, revealed, uncovered

Examples of usage

  • He bared his soul in front of the audience.
  • The artist bared her canvas for all to admire.
  • She bared her legs in the summer heat.

Translations

Translations of the word "bared" in other languages:

🇵🇹 exposto

🇮🇳 नंगा

🇩🇪 entblößt

🇮🇩 telanjang

🇺🇦 оголений

🇵🇱 nagim

🇯🇵 裸の

🇫🇷 nu

🇪🇸 desnudo

🇹🇷 açık

🇰🇷 벌거벗은

🇸🇦 عاري

🇨🇿 nahý

🇸🇰 nahý

🇨🇳 裸露的

🇸🇮 gole

🇮🇸 naki

🇰🇿 жалаң

🇬🇪 შიშველი

🇦🇿 çıplak

🇲🇽 desnudo

Etymology

The word 'bare' originates from the Old English term 'bær', which meant 'naked, exposed, or unprotected'. This root is related to the Proto-Germanic word '*bazaz', conveying the sense of being uncovered or lacking covering. Over time, the use of the term has evolved to include both physical and metaphorical interpretations, reflecting not just the absence of covering but also the act of disclosing or revealing more profound aspects of oneself or objects. The transition from the Old English 'bær' to the Middle English 'bare' reflects the natural linguistic changes occurring throughout the centuries, influenced by regional dialects and the merging of different language elements. The past tense 'bared' specifically denotes the action of having stripped away coverings or revealing something over time, thus enriching the emotional and descriptive potential of the word in literature and everyday usage.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,218, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.