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- [net-l]
- /ˈnɛt l/
- /ˈnet.l̩/
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- [net-l]
- /ˈnɛt l/
Definitions of nettled word
- noun nettled any plant of the genus Urtica, covered with stinging hairs. Compare nettle family. 1
- noun nettled any of various allied or similar plants. 1
- verb with object nettled to irritate, annoy, or provoke. 1
- verb with object nettled to sting as a nettle does. 1
- idioms nettled grasp the nettle, Australian. to undertake or tackle an unpleasant task. 1
- noun nettled Simple past tense and past participle of nettle. 1
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Origin of nettled
First appearance:
before 900 One of the 4% oldest English words
before 900; Middle English; Old English netele (noun); cognate with Dutch netel, German Nessel, Norwegian netla
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Parts of speech for Nettled
noun
adjective
verb
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pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
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nettled popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 81% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 55% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
nettled usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for nettled
Antonyms for nettled
verb nettled
- aided — to provide support for or relief to; help: to aid the homeless victims of the fire.
- appeased — to bring to a state of peace, quiet, ease, calm, or contentment; pacify; soothe: to appease an angry king.
- assisted — to give support or aid to; help: Please assist him in moving the furniture.
- calmed — Simple past tense and past participle of calm.
- comforted — to soothe, console, or reassure; bring cheer to: They tried to comfort her after her loss.
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