arched

1 of 2

adjective

ˈärcht 

: made with or formed in an arch or a series of arches

an arched beam

: covered with an arch

an arched doorway

arched

2 of 2

past tense and past participle of arch entry 2

Examples of arched in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Shanahan designed both rooms, and the arched plaster walls next door echo Capulet's own, a small throughline between his two spaces. — Jenn Rice, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026

This entry foyer also reflects the care in design and construction seen throughout the house with its crown molding and arched portal that leads to the family room and kitchen. — James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 16 Aug. 2026

Just a few yards outside Flock’s arched glass doors is a decorative bird used to point visitors to their nondescript entrance. — Andrew Zucker, Vanity Fair, 14 Aug. 2026

The fire was catastrophic, but the heat stopped short of the full depth, even in vaults – the arched stone ceilings of the cathedral – only about 5 to 6 inches (12 to 15 centimeters) thick. — Giorgia Giardina, The Conversation, 13 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for arched

• marched
• parched
• starched