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.
The email was carefully worded to avoid any misunderstanding.
The contract was so poorly worded that both parties ended up in a legal dispute over its meaning.
The diplomat's response was precisely worded to acknowledge the grievance without formally admitting any liability for the incident.
Usage
Typically follows an adverb (e.g., 'carefully', 'strongly', 'poorly') to describe the quality of a text or speech.