Clued: meaning, definitions and examples
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clued
[ kluːd ]
past tense
The term 'clued' is the past tense of the verb 'clue', which means to provide someone with information or hints regarding a particular situation or subject. It often implies that someone has been given insight into a mystery or an unclear matter. When someone is clued into something, they are not only informed but also have gained a clearer understanding of the context or nuances involved.
Synonyms
enlightened, informed, notified.
Examples of usage
- She clued me into the surprise party.
- He was clued in about the project's changes.
- They clued us all in before the meeting started.
Translations
Translations of the word "clued" in other languages:
🇵🇹 dado uma pista
🇮🇳 संकेत दिया गया
🇩🇪 hinweisend
🇮🇩 diberi petunjuk
🇺🇦 вказано
🇵🇱 wskazany
🇯🇵 手がかりを与えられた
🇫🇷 indiqué
🇪🇸 indicado
🇹🇷 ipucu verilmiş
🇰🇷 단서가 주어진
🇸🇦 مُعطى تلميح
🇨🇿 naznačený
🇸🇰 naznačený
🇨🇳 提供线索
🇸🇮 namignjen
🇮🇸 bent við
🇰🇿 сигнал берілген
🇬🇪 მოწვდილი
🇦🇿 işarə edilmiş
🇲🇽 indicado
Etymology
The word 'clue' has its origins in the late Middle English period, derived from the Old English term 'clew' which referred to a ball of thread or yarn. This is linked to the Greek myth of Theseus, who used a ball of thread given to him by Ariadne to navigate the labyrinth. Over time, 'clue' evolved from its original meaning, representing a tangible piece of information, to signify anything that provides insight or understanding in solving a mystery or problem. As the concept of providing guidance and hints developed, 'clued' emerged as the past tense, indicating the act of having been informed or enlightened about a situation, thereby connecting modern usage with its historical roots.