Finesentence logo

Spared: meaning, definitions and examples

🙏
Add to dictionary

spared

 

[ spɛrd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

past tense

The term 'spared' is the past tense of the verb 'spare'. It means to refrain from harming or destroying something or someone. When you spare someone, you show mercy or leniency. This can apply to both physical harm and emotional distress. Additionally, it can refer to the act of giving someone time or resources that might otherwise be withheld.

Synonyms

abstained, excused, forgave, saved

Examples of usage

  • She spared him from the consequences of his actions.
  • The storm spared our house while damaging others.
  • He was spared the difficult decision.
  • They spared no expense on the wedding.

Translations

Translations of the word "spared" in other languages:

🇵🇹 salvo

🇮🇳 बचाया हुआ

🇩🇪 verschont

🇮🇩 disisihkan

🇺🇦 заощаджений

🇵🇱 oszczędzony

🇯🇵 節約された

🇫🇷 épargné

🇪🇸 ahorrado

🇹🇷 kurtarılan

🇰🇷 절약된

🇸🇦 موفر

🇨🇿 ušetřený

🇸🇰 ušetrený

🇨🇳 节省的

🇸🇮 prihranjen

🇮🇸 sparaður

🇰🇿 үнемделген

🇬🇪 გადარჩენილი

🇦🇿 qorunmuş

🇲🇽 ahorrado

Etymology

The word 'spare' originates from the Old English 'spear', which meant to refrain or to maintain. It further evolved through Middle English as 'sparen', holding similar meanings of saving or rescuing from harm. The transition to 'spared' reflects its usage in the context of delivering mercy or relief. The concept of sparing is often associated with compassion, highlighting the moral choice to avoid inflicting pain or distress on another. The use of 'spare' and its derivatives has been prevalent through the centuries, finding its way into various expressions and idioms that denote leniency and safeguarding.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #7,717 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.