Interchanged: meaning, definitions and examples

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interchanged

 

[ ˌɪntərˈtʃeɪndʒd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

general use

To interchange means to swap or exchange one thing for another. This term is commonly used when discussing the process of switching the positions of two elements or concepts.

Synonyms

exchange, swap, switch, trade

Examples of usage

  • The roles of the actors were interchanged during the performance.
  • He interchanged the two variables in the equation.
  • The teacher asked the students to interchange their seats.
  • They interchanged ideas at the conference.

Translations

Translations of the word "interchanged" in other languages:

🇵🇹 trocado

🇮🇳 परिवर्तित

🇩🇪 getauscht

🇮🇩 ditukar

🇺🇦 обміняний

🇵🇱 zamieniony

🇯🇵 交換された

🇫🇷 interchangé

🇪🇸 intercambiado

🇹🇷 değiştirilen

🇰🇷 교환된

🇸🇦 مستبدل

🇨🇿 vyměněný

🇸🇰 vymenený

🇨🇳 互换的

🇸🇮 izmenjan

🇮🇸 skipti

🇰🇿 алмастырылған

🇬🇪 შეცვლილი

🇦🇿 deyilmiş

🇲🇽 intercambiado

Etymology

The word 'interchange' comes from the Middle English term 'interchaungen', which has its roots in the Old French 'échange' (exchange), and the Latin word 'intercambiare' meaning to exchange or barter. The prefix 'inter-' suggests a reciprocal or mutual action, conveying a sense of exchange between parties. Historical usage of the term can be traced back to the exchange of goods, services, and ideas. Over time, the word has evolved to encompass a broader meaning, applicable to various situations involving the swapping or trading of items or concepts, both in physical and abstract forms. The modern application of 'interchange' can be seen in multiple fields, from the arts to science, emphasizing the importance of flexibility and adaptability in processes.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,663, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.