Word
walled
US/ˈwɔɫd/
UK/wˈɔːld/
Definition
adj. surrounded or protected by a wall.
adj. enclosed, fortified, or protected by a wall or walls.
Examples
“The old city is famous for its beautiful walled gardens.”
“The medieval town remains entirely walled, with heavy stone gates that are still closed to traffic every evening.”
“The archaeological team discovered a walled settlement dating back to the Bronze Age, suggesting that the inhabitants faced significant external threats from rival tribes.”
Examples
simple
“The old city is famous for its beautiful walled gardens.”
contextual
“The medieval town remains entirely walled, with heavy stone gates that are still closed to traffic every evening.”
complex
“The archaeological team discovered a walled settlement dating back to the Bronze Age, suggesting that the inhabitants faced significant external threats from rival tribes.”
Usage
Usually placed before the noun it describes.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- 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.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL 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: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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