topped
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
v.to reach the highest part of something or to be at the top of a list.
v.to reach the summit of a physical structure or to occupy the highest position in a ranking or hierarchy.
Simple“The young singer's new album topped the charts for three weeks in a row.”
In context“The climbers finally topped the ridge just as the sun began to set, providing them with a panoramic view of the valley below.”
UsageOften used in the context of statistics, charts, or physical heights.
- 02 B1 Intermediate
v.to put something on the top of something else, usually to finish it.
v.to provide with a top or to cover the upper surface with a specific substance or item.
Simple“The chef topped the pasta with fresh herbs and a little bit of cheese.”
In context“The dessert was topped with a delicate spun-sugar cage, demonstrating the pastry chef's technical proficiency and attention to detail.”
UsageFrequently used in culinary contexts with the preposition 'with'.
- 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
adj.having a specific thing on the top part.
adj.characterised by having a particular upper layer or covering.
Simple“The snow-topped mountains looked beautiful in the distance.”
In context“The silver-topped walking stick was a family heirloom passed down through four generations of the Smith family.”
UsageOften appears in compound adjectives like 'snow-topped' or 'silver-topped'.