ventilated
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Exposed to air; having air moving freely through it: Describes a space or object that allows fresh air to enter and circulate, often to remove stale air, moisture, or odors.
Usage
The adjective "ventilated" is used to describe a place or thing that has good air circulation. It is often used with adverbs like "well," "poorly," or "adequately" to specify the quality of ventilation. It is commonly applied to rooms, buildings, clothing, and enclosed spaces.
Examples
- Adjective:
- The laboratory must be a ventilated space for safety.
- Wear loose, ventilated clothing in hot weather.
- The attic was poorly ventilated, leading to mold growth.
Advanced Usage
- "well-ventilated": A common compound adjective describing a space with excellent air flow.
- For this experiment, you need a well-ventilated area.
- "mechanically ventilated": Refers to a space where air circulation is provided by fans or systems, not just natural airflow.
- The patient was placed in a mechanically ventilated room.
Variants and Related Words
- Ventilate (verb): To cause air to enter and circulate freely.
- Please open the windows to ventilate the kitchen.
- Ventilation (noun): The provision of fresh air to a room or building.
- The building's ventilation system is very efficient.
- Vent (noun): An opening that allows air, gas, or liquid to pass out of or into a confined space.
- The dryer vent needs to be cleaned.
Synonyms
- Aired: Exposed to air.
- Airy: With plenty of fresh air circulating.
Antonyms
- Stuffy: Lacking fresh air.
- Unventilated: Not exposed to air circulation.
Adjective
- exposed to air
- a well ventilated room