courted
courted is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, courted is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofcourted
- To seek to achieve or win.
Example: "He was courting big new accounts that previous salesman had not attempted."
- To risk (a consequence, usually negative).
Example: "He courted controversy with his frank speeches."
- To try to win a commitment to marry from.
- To engage in behavior leading to mating.
Example: "The bird was courting by making an elaborate dance."
- To attempt to attract.
- To attempt to gain alliance with.
- To engage in activities intended to win someone's affections.
Example: "She's had a few beaus come courting."
- To engage in courtship behavior.
Example: "In this season, you can see many animals courting."
- To invite by attractions; to allure; to attract.
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