Vaulted

Pronunciation: /vɔltɪd/

Definitions of vaulted

adjective describing a structure with a curved or arched shape

Example Sentences

A1 The church had a vaulted ceiling that reached high above.

A2 The castle's entrance was through a vaulted archway.

B1 The museum's vaulted halls showcased ancient artifacts.

B2 The grand ballroom featured vaulted windows that let in plenty of natural light.

C1 The cathedral's vaulted ceilings were adorned with intricate carvings.

C2 The library's vaulted corridors created a sense of grandeur and elegance.

Examples of vaulted in a Sentence

formal The cathedral had a beautifully vaulted ceiling.

informal I love how high the vaulted ceilings are in this house.

slang Check out the vaulted ceilings in this place, they're sick!

figurative Her vaulted ambition propelled her to great success.

Grammatical Forms of vaulted

• past tense: vaulted
• plural: vaults
• comparative: more vaulted
• superlative: most vaulted
• present tense: vault
• future tense: will vault
• perfect tense: have vaulted
• continuous tense: is vaulting
• singular: vault
• positive degree: vaulted
• infinitive: to vault
• gerund: vaulting
• participle: vaulting

Origin and Evolution of vaulted

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'vaulted' originated from the Latin word 'volta', meaning arched or vaulted structure.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'vaulted' has come to be used to describe structures with arched ceilings or roofs, as well as metaphorically to convey a sense of grandeur or magnificence.