bloated
|bloat/ed|
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/ˈbloʊtɪd/
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/ˈbləʊtɪd/
(bloat)
swollen or excessive
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bloated' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'bloten,' where 'bloten' meant 'swollen.'
Historical Evolution
'bloten' transformed into the modern English word 'bloated.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'swollen,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
swollen or puffed up, often due to excessive fluid or gas.
After the large meal, he felt bloated and uncomfortable.
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Adjective 2
excessively large or overfilled, often used metaphorically.
The company's bloated bureaucracy slowed down decision-making.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45