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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
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
  • Deborah is a sheltered young woman, a free spirit with a flair for the spotlight and a big heart who’s still figuring out her own path at Hillman.
    — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Gliding to freedom The Chinook (Yómech) research boat reached a sheltered cove off Decatur Island – the future home of the sunflower stars.
    — John Ryan, NPR, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of sheltered
Verb
  • In filings with the New York bankruptcy court overseeing the case, both Spirit’s representatives and the interested bidders say privacy and personal identity will be protected.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 25 Aug. 2026
  • From the sprawling stone forts of early American history in the north, to the mangroves of the Everglades and protected reefs of Biscayne to the south, our state is a masterpiece of biodiversity and coastal wonder.
    — Lulu Vilas, Sun Sentinel, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of protected
Adjective
  • Kampgrounds of America also offers interesting stays beneath the stars, including sleeps in covered wagons and onsite cabins—all within five minutes of downtown Ely.
    — Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Transfer to a covered container and refrigerate until needed.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of covered
Verb
  • The teen was booked into juvenile detention after detectives screened two counts of first-degree murder with the Utah County Attorney’s Office, police said.
    — Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 25 Aug. 2026
  • The film premiered at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival and has screened around the world since then, including at Tribeca Festival, the Red Sea International Film Festival in Saudi Arabia, and the Zagreb Film Festival in Croatia.
    — Matthew Carey, Deadline, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of screened
Adjective
  • Lichens are normally found on older shaded leaves that drop from the trees during spring.
    — Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Mowing with the mower at its highest setting keeps the turf canopy full and shaded.
    — Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 15 Aug. 2026
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“Canopied.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/canopied. Accessed 28 Aug. 2026.

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