Visited: meaning, definitions and examples
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visited
[ ˈvɪzɪtɪd ]
past action
Visited is the simple past tense of the verb 'visit'. It refers to the action of going to see a person or place, usually for a short time. The term can be used in various contexts, such as social visits, tourism, or formal appointments. It indicates that the action of visiting has already been completed. Visited is commonly used in everyday conversation when recounting past experiences or interactions.
Synonyms
attended, explored, toured, went to.
Examples of usage
- I visited my grandmother last weekend.
- She visited the museum during her trip.
- They visited several countries last summer.
- He visited his friend in the hospital.
Translations
Translations of the word "visited" in other languages:
🇵🇹 visitado
🇮🇳 दौरा किया
🇩🇪 besucht
🇮🇩 dikunjungi
🇺🇦 відвіданий
🇵🇱 odwiedzony
🇯🇵 訪問された
🇫🇷 visité
🇪🇸 visitado
🇹🇷 ziyaret edilen
🇰🇷 방문한
🇸🇦 تمت زيارته
🇨🇿 navštívený
🇸🇰 navštívený
🇨🇳 访问过的
🇸🇮 obiskan
🇮🇸 heimsótt
🇰🇿 барған
🇬🇪 მნახველი
🇦🇿 ziyaret edilmiş
🇲🇽 visitado
Etymology
The verb 'visit' originates from the Latin word 'visitare,' which means 'to go to see.' This Latin term is a frequentative form of 'videre,' meaning 'to see.' The word evolved into Old French as 'visiter' before entering the English language in the late Middle Ages, around the 14th century. Initially, 'to visit' meant to go and see someone, especially for purposes of friendship or duty. Over time, the term broadened to include a range of interactions, from social to professional. Its usage expanded with the development of travel and tourism, marking the importance of visiting in social and cultural exchanges. The past tense 'visited' indicates that such actions have been completed, reflecting the history of human connection and exploration.