Erected: meaning, definitions and examples

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erected

 

[ ɪˈrɛktɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

past tense

The word 'erected' is the simple past form of the verb 'erect', which means to build or construct something. It often refers to structures such as buildings, monuments, or statues being raised or put up. This term can also imply the act of establishing something, such as a law or institution. In a broader sense, 'erected' can denote the act of creating or organizing something in an upright or vertical position.

Synonyms

built, constructed, established, raised

Examples of usage

  • The workers erected the skyscraper in just two years.
  • They erected a statue in honor of the city's founder.
  • The government erected new laws to protect wildlife.
  • She erected a tent for the camping trip.

Translations

Translations of the word "erected" in other languages:

🇵🇹 erguido

🇮🇳 खड़ा किया हुआ

🇩🇪 errichtet

🇮🇩 didirikan

🇺🇦 поставлений

🇵🇱 wzniesiony

🇯🇵 立てられた

🇫🇷 érigé

🇪🇸 erigido

🇹🇷 dikey

🇰🇷 세워진

🇸🇦 مُقام

🇨🇿 vztyčený

🇸🇰 postavený

🇨🇳 竖立的

🇸🇮 postavljen

🇮🇸 reis upp

🇰🇿 тұрғызылған

🇬🇪 აღმართული

🇦🇿 qaldırılmış

🇲🇽 erigido

Etymology

The word 'erect' originates from the Latin word 'erigere', which means 'to raise up' or 'to set upright'. This Latin term is formed from the prefix 'e-', meaning 'out', and 'regere', meaning 'to rule' or 'to direct'. In Middle English, 'erect' appeared as 'erecten', reflecting the process of putting something in a standing or vertical position. The evolution of the word highlights a transition from the physical act of building to broader contexts, such as establishing legal frameworks. Its use in architecture and construction has grown, making it a commonly used term in these fields. Over time, the word has maintained its original connotation while expanding into various applications across different disciplines.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,488, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.