paved Meaning & Definition
/peɪvd/
What Does Paved Mean?
Paved is used as an adjective meaning Covered in pavement; having a hard surface, as of concrete or asphalt. It can also mean Laid out or made, as intentions, desires, plans, etc. As a verb, it means simple past and past participle of pave. As a verb, it means To cover something with paving slabs.
Paved: Key Facts
| Part of speech | adjective, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /peɪvd/ |
| Synonyms | sealed, asphalt and macadam |
| Antonyms | unpaved |
Paved Definition (Adjective)
- Covered in pavement; having a hard surface, as of concrete or asphalt.
- Laid out or made, as intentions, desires, plans, etc.
The road to Hell is paved with good intentions.
Paved as a Verb
- simple past and past participle of pave
Verb
- To cover something with paving slabs.
- To cover with stone, concrete, blacktop or other solid covering, especially to aid travel.
- To pave the way for; to make easy and smooth.
Synonyms of Paved
sealedasphaltmacadambrickmade-uptarmaccobblestonetarmacadamcobblestonedblacktoppedmacadamizedhard-surfacedpaven
Paved synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Paved
Paved in a Sentence
The road to Hell is paved with good intentions.
Word Forms & Grammar
paved
Words That Rhyme With Paved
Origin of Paved
From Middle English paved, ypavyd, equivalent to pave + -ed.
Paved: Your Questions Answered
Is paved an adjective or a verb?
Paved is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for paved?
You can replace paved with words such as sealed, asphalt and macadam. See the full list of paved synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of paved?
The opposite of paved is unpaved.