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Word

titled

Phoneticsti·tled, stress on the first syllable

US/ˈtaɪtəɫd/

UK/tˈaɪtəld/

Definitions

01having a name

B1 · Intermediate

adj. having a specific name, especially for a book, movie, or piece of music.

adj. bearing a formal name or title, particularly in the context of creative works.

“She read a short story titled 'The Secret Garden' to the children.”

“The exhibition featured a series of photographs titled 'Urban Decay', each capturing the stark contrast between modern glass towers and crumbling brickwork.”

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02nobility

B2 · Upper Intermediate Formal

adj. belonging to a high social class and having a rank like 'Lord', 'Lady', or 'Duke'.

adj. possessing a title of nobility or belonging to the peerage.

“He comes from a titled family that has lived in the castle for centuries.”

“The guest list was comprised primarily of titled aristocrats and high-ranking diplomats, reflecting the formal nature of the state dinner.”

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Exam level
CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784EikenEikenTest in Practical English ProficiencyThe English proficiency test from the Eiken Foundation of Japan, widely taken by Japanese students. Grades run from 5 to 1, with Pre-1 and Pre-2 between them.Grade 2
Frequency
Common
Level
B1 · Intermediate
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