Settled: meaning, definitions and examples

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settled

 

[ หˆsษ›tld ]

Adjective / Verb
Context #1 | Adjective

in a stable state

Fixed in a position or location. Established in a particular place or condition. Not likely to change or move.

Synonyms

established, fixed, stable.

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Word Description / Examples
settled

Used when something has been resolved or someone has found a permanent place to live.

  • After a long journey, they finally settled in their new home
  • The argument was settled amicably
fixed

Used to indicate something that is securely positioned or determined and not changing.

  • The price of the ticket is fixed and cannot be negotiated
  • The table is fixed to the ground
established

Used to denote something that has been in place for a long time or is widely recognized and accepted.

  • The company is well-established, having been in business for over 50 years
  • It is an established fact that exercise is good for health
stable

Used to describe something that is steady, not likely to change, or secure.

  • The economy is currently stable despite global uncertainties
  • She offers him a stable home environment

Examples of usage

  • After years of traveling, she finally felt settled in her new home.
  • The dust settled on the ground, creating a thick layer.
  • The settled rocks formed a sturdy foundation for the building.
Context #2 | Verb

resolved or decided

To resolve or reach a decision about something. To come to rest in a particular place or position. To establish a residence or community.

Synonyms

decide, establish, resolve.

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Word Description / Examples
settled

Use 'settled' when referring to something that has been resolved or when someone has established themselves in a place or position.

  • After years of traveling, they finally settled in a small town.
  • The dispute was settled out of court.
resolve

Use 'resolve' when referring to finding a solution to a problem or making a firm decision.

  • They tried to resolve their differences through mediation.
  • She resolved to study harder this semester.
decide

Use 'decide' when someone is making a choice or coming to a conclusion about something.

  • She had to decide what to wear to the party.
  • They decided to take the train instead of driving.
establish

Use 'establish' when talking about setting up something firmly or opening a business or organization.

  • He helped to establish the company's new headquarters.
  • The committee aims to establish new guidelines for the project.

Examples of usage

  • They settled their differences and moved on.
  • The snow settled on the branches of the trees.
  • The pioneers settled in the new land and built a village.

Translations

Translations of the word "settled" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น estabelecido

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅเคฅเคพเคชเคฟเคค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช etabliert

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ teratur

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒัั‚ะฐะฝะพะฒะปะตะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ustalony

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅฎšไฝใ—ใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท รฉtabli

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ establecido

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yerleลŸik

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ •์ฐฉ๋œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุณุชู‚ุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ usazenรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ usadenรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฎšๅฑ…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ustaljeno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ staรฐfest

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะพั€ะฝั‹า›า›ะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒแƒ›แƒ™แƒ•แƒ˜แƒ“แƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qษ™rarlaลŸmฤฑลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ establecido

Etymology

The word 'settled' has its origins in the Middle English word 'setten,' which means 'to place, put, set.' Over time, the term evolved to encompass the idea of being fixed or established. The concept of settling down has been associated with stability and permanence in various contexts, from settling in a new home to settling a dispute. The word reflects a sense of resolution and establishment, capturing the essence of being in a stable state.

See also: resettle, resettlement, settlement, settler, settlers, unsettle, unsettled, unsettling.

Word Frequency Rank

This word ranks #1,797, placing it within important intermediate vocabulary. Learning it will significantly improve your ability to express yourself in English.