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worded

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈwɝdɪd// UK //wˈɜːdɪd// word·ed

adj. describing how something is written or spoken, especially when the choice of words is very specific. You use it to say if a message is clear, polite, or perhaps a bit confusing.

adj. expressed or phrased in a specific manner. Often modified by an adverb to indicate the tone or clarity of a statement.


SIMPLE

The email was carefully worded to avoid any misunderstanding.

CONTEXTUAL

The contract was so poorly worded that both parties ended up in a legal dispute over its meaning.

COMPLEX

The diplomat's response was precisely worded to acknowledge the grievance without formally admitting any liability for the incident.

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Usage

Typically follows an adverb (e.g., 'carefully', 'strongly', 'poorly') to describe the quality of a text or speech.

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