vaulted

adjective

vault·​ed ˈvȯl-təd 

1

: built in the form of a vault : arched

2

: covered with a vault

Examples of vaulted in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Each bungalow features vaulted wood-beam ceilings, limestone fireplaces, and marble baths, along with patios that peek out to the ocean. —John Vorwald, Robb Report, 4 Aug. 2025

Explore the Maastricht Underground, a mysterious labyrinth of caves and tunnels, or browse books beneath soaring vaulted ceilings at Boekhandel Dominicanen, a bookstore housed in a 700-year-old church. —Lewis Nunn, Forbes.com, 18 July 2025

The historic yet modernized living spaces span three levels and boast a mix of hardwood and tile floors, vaulted wood-beam ceilings, plaster walls, glass doorknobs, vintage light fixtures, and interior doors crafted from solid wood. —Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 17 July 2025

The top floor serves as a vaulted master suite sanctuary, complete with lofted ceilings, a spa-like ensuite, and a large walk-in closet – a peaceful retreat tucked away from busy daily life. —Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 27 June 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English vowted, yvowted, from past participle of vowten "to vault entry 2," or from voute vault entry 1 + -ed -ed entry 1

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for vaulted

• faulted
• halted
• malted
• salted
• assaulted
• defaulted
• exalted