sealed
- 01 B1 Intermediate
closed so tightly that air, water, or dirt cannot get inside.
fastened or closed securely to prevent the passage of air, liquid, or other substances.
Simple“Keep the coffee in a sealed container so it stays fresh for longer.”
In context“The forensic team recovered several sealed glass jars from the basement, each containing chemical residues that had been preserved for decades.”
- 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
officially decided and impossible to change.
firmly established or decided in a way that is considered final or unalterable.
Simple“Once the judge signed the papers, their fate was sealed.”
In context“The victory in the northern provinces effectively sealed the outcome of the election, leaving the opposition with no path to a majority.”
- 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
a road that has a smooth, hard surface like asphalt.
describing a road surface that has been paved with asphalt, bitumen, or concrete.
Simple“The map showed that the main highway was a sealed road all the way to the coast.”
In context“The tour bus struggled on the gravel tracks, but the driver promised we would reach a sealed road within the hour.”
UsageCommonly used in Australia, New Zealand, and parts of the UK to distinguish from dirt roads.