Plodded: meaning, definitions and examples

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plodded

[ plɒd ]

Verb

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movement slowly

To plod means to walk heavily and slowly. This term often conveys a sense of effort or weariness, suggesting that the person is moving forward despite fatigue or obstacles. It can also imply a monotonous or tedious pace. In some contexts, plodding can carry a connotation of persistence, as if the individual is determined to keep going despite difficulties.

Synonyms

lug, plow, tread, trudge.

Examples of usage

He plodded along the muddy path.
She plodded through her homework, taking her time.
The workers plodded back and forth, carrying heavy loads.
After a long day, he plodded toward his home.
They plodded through the heavy snow.

Translations

Translations of the word "plodded" in other languages:

🇵🇹 caminhou lentamente

🇮🇳 धीरे-धीरे चला

🇩🇪 schlurfte

🇮🇩 berjalan lambat

🇺🇦 плентатися

🇵🇱 wlec się

🇯🇵 のろのろ歩く

🇫🇷 avancer lentement

🇪🇸 caminar pesadamente

🇹🇷 ağır ağır yürüdü

🇰🇷 느리게 걷다

🇸🇦 مشى ببطء

🇨🇿 plížil se

🇸🇰 plazil sa

🇨🇳 缓慢行走

🇸🇮 počasi hoditi

🇮🇸 ganga hægt

🇰🇿 баяу жүрді

🇬🇪 მშვენიერი სვლით მოძრაობდა

🇦🇿 yavaş-yavaş getdi

🇲🇽 caminó lentamente

Etymology

The word 'plod' originates from the early 19th century, derived from an earlier term 'plodden', which likely stems from an imitative origin, echoing the sound of heavy, laborious walking. It is believed to have connections to the Middle English term 'plode', meaning to tread heavily. The evolution of the term has seen it maintained in use primarily to describe a slow, heavy movement, especially in contexts where effort and fatigue are evident. As industrialization progressed, the term began to reflect the laborious pace of workers, capturing both the physical exertion and the mental grind associated with hard labor. Over time, 'plod' became a metaphorical term in literature and common speech, symbolizing persistence and determination in the face of monotonous or difficult tasks.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,402, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.

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28405 freestone
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