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exercised

adj.
US //ˈɛksɝˌsaɪzd// UK //ˈɛksəsˌaɪzd// ex·er·cised
  1. 1 having done physical activity (adj.)
    B1 Intermediate

    having spent time moving your body or working out to stay healthy.

    having engaged in physical exertion or bodily activity for the purpose of health or training.

    Example

    The dog was well exercised and slept soundly for the rest of the afternoon.

    Example

    A properly exercised horse is generally more manageable and less prone to developing nervous habits in the stable.

  2. 2 worried or upset (adj.)
    C1 Advanced Formal

    feeling very worried, annoyed, or excited about a particular subject.

    agitated, preoccupied, or deeply concerned about a specific issue. Often used with 'about' or 'over'.

    Example

    The local residents are very exercised about the plans to build a new motorway.

    Example

    The board of directors became increasingly exercised over the recent drop in share prices, demanding an immediate explanation from the CEO.

    Usage

    Usually follows a linking verb and takes the preposition 'about' or 'over'.

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  1. 3 used or applied (adj.)
    C1 Advanced Formal Technical Law

    used or put into action, like a right or a power.

    having been put into practice, used, or acted upon; typically refers to rights, powers, or influence.

    Example

    The newly exercised powers of the committee allowed them to stop the project.

    Example

    The treaty remains in effect, though its more controversial clauses have rarely been exercised by the signatory nations.

    • unexercised
Origin

From exercise + -ed.

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