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Word: Buried

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: The word "buried" describes something that has been placed in the ground and covered up, usually referring to a body in a grave. It can also mean something that is hidden or covered by other things.

Usage Instructions:

• Use "buried" when talking about someone who has died and is placed in the ground.
• You can also use it metaphorically to describe things that are hidden or not easily seen.

Examples:

1. Literal Meaning: "The ancient king was buried in a grand tomb."
2. Metaphorical Meaning: "The treasure was buried under years of dirt and leaves."

Advanced Usage:

• "Buried" can be used in literary contexts to express emotional states. For example, "She buried her feelings deep inside her heart," which means she is hiding her emotions.

Word Variants:

• Verb Form: "Bury" (to place something in the ground)
• Noun Form: "Burial" (the act of placing a body in the ground)

Different Meanings:

1. Literal: Referring to a body or object that has been placed underground.
2. Figurative: Something that is concealed or hidden from view.

Synonyms:

• Interred
• Covered
• Hidden
• Concealed

Idioms:

• "Buried alive": This idiom refers to feeling overwhelmed or trapped by emotions, responsibilities, or tasks.
• "Bury the hatchet": This means to make peace or resolve differences with someone.

Phrasal Verbs:

• "Bury in": To cover something completely. For example, "He was buried in work and didn’t notice the time."

Summary:

"Buried" is a versatile word that can describe both a physical action of placing something underground and a metaphorical sense of hiding or concealing.

Academic

Adjective

1. placed in a grave
   • the hastily buried corpses

Synonyms

• inhumed
• interred