weathered

adjective

weath·​ered ˈwe-t͟hərd 

1

: seasoned by exposure to the weather

2

: altered in color, texture, composition, or form by such exposure or by artificial means producing a similar effect

weathered oak

Examples of weathered in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Over the decades, the family painstakingly restored the weathered structures and added a main lodge, guest cabins, saloons, screening rooms, and ranch buildings designed to blend quietly into the landscape. —Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 22 May 2026

Sports bar vibes reign supreme inside, but the semi-secluded back patio captures a quaint, weathered charm that feels like old St. Paul. —Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 21 May 2026

Titanium-rich basalts, for example, take on a bluish hue, while iron-rich or older, weathered material can appear in shades of brown and red. —Josh Dinner, Space.com, 9 May 2026

Ed Harris plays a weathered veteran and veterinarian, while Annette Bening stars as a wealthy ranch owner. —Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1789, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for weathered

• unweathered
• feathered
• tethered