Offered

Pronunciation: /ˈɔfərd/

Definitions of offered

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being

Example Sentences

A1 The shopkeeper offered me a free sample of the new chocolate.

A2 She offered to help me with my homework after school.

B1 The company offered me a promotion with a higher salary.

B2 The university offered a scholarship to students with outstanding academic achievements.

C1 The government offered tax incentives to encourage investment in renewable energy.

C2 The restaurant offered a special tasting menu for its anniversary celebration.

Examples of offered in a Sentence

formal The university offered a scholarship to the top student in the graduating class.

informal My friend offered to help me move into my new apartment.

slang I can't believe he offered to cover my shift at work, what a lifesaver!

figurative The opportunity for a promotion was offered on a silver platter to the hardworking employee.

Grammatical Forms of offered

• past tense: offered
• plural: offereds
• comparative: more offered
• superlative: most offered
• present tense: offer
• future tense: will offer
• perfect tense: have offered
• continuous tense: is offering
• singular: offer
• positive degree: offered
• infinitive: to offer
• gerund: offering
• participle: offering

Origin and Evolution of offered

First Known Use: 1200 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'offered' originated from the Old English word 'offrian' which means to present in worship or sacrifice.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'offered' has evolved to encompass a broader range of meanings beyond just religious offerings, such as presenting something for consideration or acceptance.