Kissed: meaning, definitions and examples

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kissed

 

[ kɪst ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

past action

The word 'kissed' is the past tense of the verb 'kiss,' which means to touch with the lips as a sign of love, greeting, or respect. This act typically conveys affection and can vary in intensity and meaning depending on the relationship between the individuals involved.

Synonyms

pecked, smooched, touched

Examples of usage

  • She kissed her grandmother goodbye.
  • He kissed her on the cheek.
  • They kissed under the stars.
  • The couple kissed to celebrate their anniversary.

Translations

Translations of the word "kissed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 beijado

🇮🇳 चूमा

🇩🇪 geküsst

🇮🇩 dicium

🇺🇦 поцілував

🇵🇱 pocałowany

🇯🇵 キスされた

🇫🇷 embrassé

🇪🇸 besado

🇹🇷 öptü

🇰🇷 입맞춤을 했다

🇸🇦 قبل

🇨🇿 políben

🇸🇰 pobozkaný

🇨🇳 亲吻过

🇸🇮 poljubljen

🇮🇸 kyssað

🇰🇿 поцелуй жасады

🇬🇪 კოცნა

🇦🇿 öpmüş

🇲🇽 besado

Etymology

The word 'kiss' has a long history, originating from the Old English 'cŷsan,' which meant to touch or to press. This term has its roots in the Germanic languages, with related words appearing in various forms in other Germanic languages, such as the Dutch 'kussen' and German 'küssen.' The concept of kissing has been present in human culture for centuries, serving various social functions, including greetings, displays of affection, and rituals. The linguistic evolution reflects the importance of this action in human relationships, where it signifies trust, love, and connection. The transition from 'cŷsan' to 'kiss' shows the phonetic changes within the English language as it evolved through Middle English into Modern English.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,502 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.