Shared: meaning, definitions and examples

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shared

 

[หˆสƒerd ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Adjective

social media

Belonging to or used by two or more people together

Synonyms

collective, common, joint.

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Word Description / Examples
shared

Used when describing something that two or more people use together or have a mutual interest in.

  • We have a shared interest in hiking.
  • The two roommates have a shared kitchen.
joint

Used when referring to something that is done together by two or more parties, often implying legal or official cooperation.

  • They signed a joint agreement to collaborate on the new project.
  • The companies issued a joint statement to address the issue.
common

Used when referring to something that is found frequently among a group of people or entities, or something that belongs to everyone within a particular group.

  • They have a common goal of improving the community.
  • It is common practice to greet each guest upon arrival.
collective

Used when referring to actions, decisions, or projects that involve a group of people working together.

  • The decision was made by the collective efforts of the committee.
  • They engaged in a collective project to clean up the neighborhood.

Examples of usage

  • Shared responsibility
  • Shared interests
  • Shared workspace
Context #2 | Verb

technology

To have a portion of something with others

Synonyms

distribute, divide, split.

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Word Description / Examples
shared

Used when something is made available for others to use or when multiple people possess something together.

  • We shared the pizza among all our friends.
  • The brothers shared the responsibility of taking care of their parents.
divide

Used when something is split into parts or sections, often implying an equal or specified separation.

  • We need to divide the cake into eight equal pieces.
  • The map is divided into several regions.
distribute

Used when something is given out to multiple people or places, usually in a systematic or organized manner.

  • The teacher will distribute the exam papers to the students.
  • The charity distributed food and clothes to the needy.
split

Used when something is broken or cut into parts, often implying a sudden or forceful action. It can also refer to people or groups going separate ways.

  • They decided to split the money they won in the lottery.
  • The path splits into two halfway up the hill.

Examples of usage

  • We shared the meal
  • She shared her ideas with the team
  • They shared the prize money

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word comes from the Old English 'sceard,' meaning to divide or distribute.
  • In Middle English, it transformed to 'shere,' which later evolved into 'share.'
  • The concept of sharing has been part of human interaction since ancient times, often linked to communal living.

Cultural Significance

  • In many cultures, sharing is considered a virtue, emphasizing community and cooperation.
  • Festivals and family gatherings often revolve around sharing food, symbolizing unity and celebration.
  • The Sharing economy has emerged in modern society, where people share resources like cars and accommodation.

Psychology

  • Sharing can enhance social bonds and promote feelings of happiness and connection.
  • Studies show that children who learn to share at an early age develop better social skills.
  • The act of sharing releases endorphins in the brain, enhancing feelings of pleasure and satisfaction.

Literature

  • In many classic tales, sharing is often portrayed as a moral lesson, teaching characters the value of generosity.
  • Famous stories like 'The Giving Tree' highlight the emotional impact and importance of sharing in relationships.
  • The concept is a recurring theme in various childrenโ€™s books, reinforcing the lesson that sharing brings joy.

Technology

  • Social media platforms are built around the principle of sharing content with others.
  • File-sharing services allow users to distribute digital resources directly, reflecting the efficiency of modern sharing.
  • The 'shared' economy includes apps that facilitate the temporary sharing of goods, revolutionizing traditional ownership models.

Translations

Translations of the word "shared" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น compartilhado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคพเค‚เคเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช geteilt

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dibagikan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะฟั–ะปัŒะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wspรณlny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ…ฑๆœ‰ใ•ใ‚ŒใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท partagรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ compartido

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท paylaลŸฤฑlan

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ณต์œ ๋œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุดุชุฑูƒ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sdรญlenรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zdieฤพanรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ…ฑไบซ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ deljen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ deilt

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑำฉะปั–ัะบะตะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ–แƒ˜แƒแƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ paylaลŸฤฑlan

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ compartido

Word Frequency Rank

At position #2,260, this word belongs to solid intermediate vocabulary. It's frequently used in both casual and formal contexts and is worth learning for better fluency.