domesticated Meaning & Definition
What Does Domesticated Mean?
Domesticated is used as a verb meaning simple past and past participle of domesticate. As an adjective, it means Selectively bred to live with or around humans. As an adjective, it means (of an animal or a plant, especially a pet) selectively bred to live with or around humans.
Quick Facts About Domesticated
| Part of speech | verb, adjective |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | domestic, tamed and tame |
| Antonyms | undomesticated and foreignize |
| Comparative / superlative | more domesticated, most domesticated |
Domesticated Definition (Verb)
- simple past and past participle of domesticate
Domesticated as an Adjective
- Selectively bred to live with or around humans.
Verb
- To make domestic.
- To make fit for domestic life.
- To adapt to live with humans.
The Russian claims to have successfully domesticated foxes.
- To make a legal instrument recognized and enforceable in a jurisdiction foreign to the one in which the instrument was originally issued or created.
- To amend the elements of a text to fit local culture.
Adjective
- (of an animal or a plant, especially a pet) selectively bred to live with or around humans.
Synonyms of Domesticated
Domesticated synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Domesticated
Domesticated in a Sentence
The Russian claims to have successfully domesticated foxes.
Dogs have clearly domesticated more than cats.
Word Forms & Grammar
domesticated
domesticated (comparative more domesticated, superlative most domesticated)
Words That Rhyme With Domesticated
Origin of Domesticated
From domesticate + -ed.
Frequently Asked Questions About Domesticated
Is domesticated a verb or an adjective?
Domesticated is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as an adjective.
What is another word for domesticated?
Words with a similar meaning to domesticated include domestic, tamed and tame. See the full list of domesticated synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of domesticated?
The opposite of domesticated can be expressed with words like undomesticated and foreignize.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of domesticated?
The comparative form is more domesticated and the superlative form is most domesticated.