Arrayed

Pronunciation: /əˈreɪd/

Definitions of arrayed

verb to dress or decorate in a particular way

Example Sentences

A1 The toys were arrayed neatly on the shelf.

A2 The flowers were arrayed in a beautiful bouquet.

B1 The dishes were arrayed on the table for the dinner party.

B2 The books were arrayed on the shelves in alphabetical order.

C1 The soldiers were arrayed in formation for the parade.

C2 The jewels were arrayed in a stunning display at the exhibition.

Examples of arrayed in a Sentence

formal The tables were arrayed with an assortment of fine china and crystal glasses for the formal dinner.

informal The shelves were arrayed with all sorts of knick-knacks and trinkets.

slang The party was lit with everyone arrayed in their freshest gear.

figurative The stars were arrayed across the night sky like diamonds on black velvet.

Grammatical Forms of arrayed

• past tense: arrayed
• plural: arrayed
• comparative: more arrayed
• superlative: most arrayed
• present tense: array
• future tense: will array
• perfect tense: have arrayed
• continuous tense: is arraying
• singular: arrayed
• positive degree: arrayed
• infinitive: to array
• gerund: arraying
• participle: arrayed

Origin and Evolution of arrayed

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'arrayed' originated from Middle English, derived from the Old French word 'arrayer' meaning to prepare or equip.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'arrayed' has evolved to also connote being dressed or adorned in a particular way, in addition to its original meaning of being prepared or equipped.