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vegetated

 

[ ˈvɛdʒɪteɪtɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

plant growth

Vegetated is the past tense of the verb vegetate, which refers to the process of growing or developing plants. This term is commonly used to describe areas covered with vegetation or the act of plants thriving in a particular environment. It connotes lush, green growth and can indicate a healthy ecosystem. Vegetated areas play a crucial role in maintaining biodiversity, providing habitats for wildlife, and contributing to the overall health of the planet.

Synonyms

bloomed, expanded, flourished, grew.

Examples of usage

  • The field vegetated rapidly after the rain.
  • The region has vegetated areas that support wildlife.
  • After years of neglect, the garden finally vegetated.
  • The hillsides were fully vegetated following conservation efforts.

Translations

Translations of the word "vegetated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 vegetado

🇮🇳 वनस्पति से भरा हुआ

🇩🇪 bewaldet

🇮🇩 tertanam vegetasi

🇺🇦 засаджений рослинністю

🇵🇱 zalesiony

🇯🇵 植生のある

🇫🇷 végétalisé

🇪🇸 vegetado

🇹🇷 bitki örtüsüyle kaplı

🇰🇷 식물로 덮인

🇸🇦 مغطى بالنباتات

🇨🇿 zalesněný

🇸🇰 zalesnený

🇨🇳 植被覆盖的

🇸🇮 pokrit z vegetacijo

🇮🇸 gróðurfari

🇰🇿 өсімдіктермен жабылған

🇬🇪 მცენარით დაფარული

🇦🇿 bitki örtüyü ilə örtülmüş

🇲🇽 vegetado

Etymology

The term 'vegetated' originates from the Latin word 'vegetare', which means 'to grow' or 'to thrive'. This Latin root is related to 'vegetabilis', meaning 'growing' or 'to be grown'. The prefix 'veg-' is suggestive of life and growth, and the suffix '-ate' indicates a transformation or action. The evolution of the word has maintained its connection to plant life and growth throughout its history. The usage of 'vegetate' in English dates back to the 19th century, expanding the understanding of plant life not just in botany but in ecological contexts as well. The prominence of 'vegetated' in discussions around landscaping, agriculture, and ecology highlights its relevance in contemporary discussions regarding environmental health and sustainability.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,000, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.