Mantled

Pronunciation: /ˈmæntəld/

Definitions of mantled

verb to cover or spread over something, like a cloak or blanket

Example Sentences

A1 The tree was mantled in snow.

A2 The mountain was mantled with fog, making it difficult to see.

B1 The old castle was mantled in ivy, giving it a mysterious appearance.

B2 The city was mantled in darkness as the sun set, casting shadows over the buildings.

C1 The artist's work was mantled in controversy, with critics debating its meaning.

C2 The political scandal mantled the entire country in uncertainty, affecting every aspect of life.

Examples of mantled in a Sentence

formal The mountain was mantled in a thick layer of snow.

informal The tree was mantled with fairy lights for the party.

slang The car was mantled in a cool matte black wrap.

figurative His face was mantled with embarrassment as he realized his mistake.

Grammatical Forms of mantled

• past tense: mantled
• plural: mantles
• comparative: more mantled
• superlative: most mantled
• present tense: mantle
• future tense: will mantle
• perfect tense: have mantled
• continuous tense: is mantling
• singular: mantle
• positive degree: mantled
• infinitive: to mantle
• gerund: mantling
• participle: mantled

Origin and Evolution of mantled

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'mantled' originated from Old French 'manteler' which means to cover with a cloak or mantle.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the use of 'mantled' has evolved to not only refer to covering with a cloak, but also to describe something enveloped or shrouded in a covering or layer.