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Riddled: meaning, definitions and examples

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riddled

 

[ หˆrษชdld ]

Adjective / Verb
Context #1 | Adjective

filled with

Riddled refers to something that is filled with numerous holes, flaws, or problems. This term is often used to describe a situation or a subject that is compromised or heavily affected by negative factors.

Synonyms

infested, permeated, punctured

Examples of usage

  • The old manuscript was riddled with ink stains.
  • Her speech was riddled with mistakes.
  • The ship was riddled with bullet holes after the battle.
Context #2 | Verb

to fill or permeate

Riddled as a verb means to permeate or fill something with holes or problems. It is often used in a metaphorical sense to convey the idea of being affected by issues or difficulties.

Synonyms

fill, infuse, pervade

Examples of usage

  • The debate was riddled with misunderstandings.
  • His mind was riddled with doubts.
  • Her heart was riddled with grief.

Translations

Translations of the word "riddled" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น perfurado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค›เคฟเคฆเฅเคฐเคฟเคค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช durchlรถchert

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ berlubang

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั€ะพั‚ะบะฝัƒั‚ะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ dziurawy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ฉดใ ใ‚‰ใ‘ใฎ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท perforรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ perforado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท delikli

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ตฌ๋ฉ์ด ๋šซ๋ฆฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุซู‚ูˆุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ prodฤ›ravฤ›lรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ dierovanรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ‰“ๆดž็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ preluknjan

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ gรถtun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะตัั–ะบะฟะตะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฎแƒ•แƒšแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜แƒ—

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ deลŸiklษ™rlษ™ dolu

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ perforado

Word origin

The word 'riddled' is derived from the Middle English term 'ridde,' which means to pierce or penetrate. Its roots can be traced back to Old English 'riddan,' which signifies to clear or travel through. Over time, 'riddled' evolved in usage to describe various contexts where something is extensively filled or affected by multiple instances, particularly holes or significant issues. The development of this term represents the gradual shift towards its current meanings, relating more broadly to the ideas of being permeated or filled with various elements, often negative. This evolution highlights the rich tapestry of the English language, where terms adapt and gain depth over centuries.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,356, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.