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Winged: meaning, definitions and examples

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winged

 

[ หˆwษชล‹d ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

having wings

Describing something that has wings or is capable of flying. It can refer to birds, insects, and other animals that possess wings. 'Winged' can also be used metaphorically to describe something that has an elevated or transcendent quality.

Synonyms

flying, volant

Examples of usage

  • The winged creatures soared high above the trees.
  • Many mythical beings are depicted as winged.
  • The artist painted a winged figure, symbolizing freedom.
  • She watched the winged insects dance around the flowers.
Context #2 | Adjective

metaphorical use

Used to describe something that carries an uplifting or inspiring idea, often associated with speed or elevation. For example, the term can be applied to literature or poetry that evokes a sense of inspiration.

Synonyms

inspirational, uplifting

Examples of usage

  • His winged words filled the audience with hope.
  • The novel takes on a winged narrative that inspires its readers.
  • She spoke with a winged eloquence that captivated everyone.

Translations

Translations of the word "winged" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น alado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเค‚เค–เฅ‹เค‚ เคตเคพเคฒเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช gefรผgelt

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ bersayap

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบั€ะธะปะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ skrzydlaty

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ฟผใฎใ‚ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท ailรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ alado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kanatlฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋‚ ๊ฐœ๊ฐ€ ์žˆ๋Š”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุฌ wings

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kล™รญdlovรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ krรญdlovรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆœ‰็ฟผ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ krilate

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ vรฆngjaรฐur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐะฝะฐั‚ั‚ั‹ะปะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒ แƒ—แƒ˜แƒแƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qanadlฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ alado

Etymology

The word 'winged' comes from the Old English word 'wynn,' meaning joy or pleasure, and 'wing,' which has Germanic roots, including the Old Norse 'vรฆngr' and the Dutch 'wing.' The word has been in use since before the 12th century, evolving through various forms to describe creatures with wings as well as the figurative usage in literature and art. In modern English, 'winged' maintains its primary meaning in biology and zoology while also finding place in poetic expressions to evoke a sense of freedom and transcendence. Over centuries, the imagery associated with 'winged' beings has permeated various cultures, often symbolizing divinity, liberation, and grace.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,855 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.