striated

adjective

stri·​at·​ed ˈstrī-ˌā-təd 

1

: marked with striations or striae

2

: of, relating to, or being striated muscle

Examples of striated in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

But within the striated canyon walls, a hidden world of microscopic marvels reveals the region’s role as an evolutionary hotbed teeming with prehistoric life. —John Leos, AZCentral.com, 1 Aug. 2025

Square limestone columns with a wavy, striated design stand between the formal living and dining areas. —Tori Latham, Robb Report, 1 June 2025

There’s nothing like catching the cosmos above the Grand Canyon’s striated walls. —Stephanie Vermillion, Outside Online, 30 May 2025

Through all of their adventures, Peru emerged as one of the couple’s favorites and particularly the Ausangate trek, which led them to the striated Vinicunca Mountains and eventually their next job. —Olivia James, Outside Online, 24 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1646, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing striated

• striated muscle

Rhymes for striated

• abated
• ablated
• awaited
• belated
• berated
• castrated
• chelated
• citrated
• collated
• conflated
• created
• curated

Kids Definition

striated

adjective

stri·​at·​ed ˈstrī-ˌāt-əd 

: having or showing lines, bands, or grooves

Medical Definition

striated

adjective

stri·​at·​ed ˈstrī-ˌāt-əd 

1

: marked with striae

2

: of, relating to, or being striated muscle