settled
settled 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, settled is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofsettled
- To conclude or resolve (something):
- To place or arrange in(to) a desired (especially: calm) state, or make final disposition of (something).
Example: "to settle her estate"
- To become calm, quiet, or orderly; to stop being agitated.
Example: "the weather settled; wait until the crowd settles before speaking"
- To establish or become established in a steady position:
- To fix one's residence in a place; to establish a dwelling place, home, or colony. (Compare settle down.)
Example: "the Saxons who settled in Britain"
- To move (people) to (a land or territory), so as to colonize it; to cause (people) to take residence in (a place).
- To sink, or cause (something, or impurities within it) to sink down, especially so as to become clear or compact.
- To make a jointure for a spouse.
- (of an animal) To make or become pregnant.
- Comfortable and at ease, especially after a period of change or unrest.
Example: "It took me a while to feel settled after I moved to this big city."
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