vaulted

adjective

vault·​ed ˈvȯl-təd How to pronounce vaulted (audio)
Synonyms of vaultednext
1
: built in the form of a vault : arched
2
: covered with a vault

Examples of vaulted in a Sentence

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This updated 1990 ranch near Lake Norman has a step-up barroom just off the vaulted living room, with an eight-door cabinet and beverage fridge. The Week Us, TheWeek, 26 Apr. 2026 The Butterfly Room has a vaulted ceiling and moody, whimsical wallpaper, while the Granada Room centers around a fireplace that beckons for a cozy night in. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Apr. 2026 The space is complemented by vaulted ceilings and a gas fireplace, giving it a decidedly cozy, cabin feel. Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 24 Apr. 2026 According to the Evening Standard, the six-story home, which features original oak floors and a vaulted art studio, marked her sixth London property. Joyce Chen, Architectural Digest, 20 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for vaulted

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

Time Traveler
The first known use of vaulted was in the 14th century

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“Vaulted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vaulted. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.

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