written
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Expressed or conveyed in writing: Refers to something that has been put into written form, as opposed to being spoken or thought.
- Systematically recorded: Describes information, laws, or evidence that has been formally collected and documented in writing.
Examples of Usage
- Adjective:
- She submitted a written report to the committee.
- The rules are clearly stated in the written agreement.
- He prefers written instructions over verbal ones.
Advanced Usage
- "written in stone": Fixed and unchangeable.
- The plan is not written in stone; we can still make adjustments.
- "written all over one's face": Clearly visible or evident from someone's expression.
- Guilt was written all over his face.
Variants and Related Words
- Write (verb): To form letters, words, or symbols on a surface.
- Writing (noun): The activity or skill of writing; written work.
- Writer (noun): A person who writes.
Synonyms
- Recorded: Put in a permanent form for later reference.
- Documented: Supported by written evidence or documents.
- Inscribed: Written or carved on a surface.
Related Phrases (Phrasal Verbs)
- Write down: To record something in writing.
- Please write down your contact information.
- Write up: To prepare a full or formal written account.
- The journalist will write up the interview for the magazine.
Related Idioms
- The writing is on the wall: A clear sign that something bad will happen.
- After the company lost its biggest client, the writing was on the wall for future layoffs.
Adjective
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written as for a film or play or broadcast
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systematically collected and written down
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written laws
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set down in writing in any of various ways
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written evidence
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