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adjective

as in sheltered

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verb

past tense of canopy
as in protected

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Recent Examples of canopied
Adjective
That sense of exclusivity and seclusion is visible from A1A, where a canopied two-lane road runs between the estate homes and beachside condominiums. — Miami Herald, 11 Sep. 2026 Designed by architectural firm Gensler, the 22,000-seat red-brick stadium will feature a natural grass pitch, 50 luxury suites and a canopied roof, among other amenities. — Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026 One unforgettable highlight was taking a Winter Park scenic boat tour through lakes connected by canopied, tranquil canals. — Linnea Bailey, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2026 Their camp has two canopies per person, and some of her group opted to convert the canopied area into a bedroom instead of constructing a separate tent, especially because the tents can get hot. — Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026 The canopied king bed is rivaled by a walk-in wardrobe that would be right at home in the Gilded Age. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Apr. 2026 There are just 10 suites at Gorilla Forest Lodge, all of which have been significantly expanded and boast a canopied bed along with a large bathroom outfitted with a deep soaking tub. — Christina Liao, Vogue, 14 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for canopied
  1. sheltered
  2. protected
  3. covered
  4. screened
  5. shaded
Adjective
  • This rugged island has cliff paths leading to the old pilot lookout, and sheltered coves.
    — Natasha Langan, TheWeek, 29 Sep. 2026
  • The add-on tent delivers extra sheltered space that can be used to house additional sleepers or simply as a covered dining area or bathroom/privacy tent.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of sheltered
Verb
  • The Best Place to Store Bird Seed Store bird seed indoors in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight and protected from extreme temperatures and humidity, such as a garage or basement.
    — Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 27 Sep. 2026
  • There is no state agency in charge of monitoring or tracking the locations of sober living homes, which are protected under state and federal law as residences of people with disabilities.
    — Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of protected
Adjective
  • The contract establishes minimum rates for every covered title.
    — Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 30 Sep. 2026
  • The two-acre spread offers plenty of terrace space, with a small patio for outdoor dining and a covered carport.
    — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of covered
Verb
  • Across both sections, the festival screened 32 short films, judged by Brazilian cinematographer Aline Belfort, filmmaker Caio Amado Soares and programmer Lou Loução.
    — Ed Meza, Variety, 26 Sep. 2026
  • Oracle logo is screened on a mobile phone for illustration photo.
    — Jenny Lee, CNBC, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of screened
Adjective
  • The balloting was marred by violence and irregularities, including a deadly shooting, a bomb blast and pre-shaded ballots that force delayed voting in dozens of precincts.
    — Teresa Cerojano, Los Angeles Times, 14 Sep. 2026
  • Meanwhile, the town of Maluso on Basilan Island was put under the control of the Commission on Elections after pre-shaded ballots were found in 36 out of 68 precincts.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 13 Sep. 2026
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“Canopied.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/canopied. Accessed 1 Oct. 2026.

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