knighted

Definition of knightednext
past tense of knight

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for knighted
Verb
  • The entire production is ennobled by his gift for listening actively to scene partners rather than waiting for his turn to speak.
    Matt Zoller Seitz, Vulture, 17 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Habits of thinking are hard to change quickly, and certainly some hierarchical elements were kept in the process of producing Documenta 14, such as the distinction between curators and curatorial assistants, who in many cases worked with artists more directly on the works commissioned.
    Adam Szymczyk, Artforum, 2 Apr. 2026
  • Nicasio was one of the lead designers who helped create three of the follies, which were commissioned by the City of Davis.
    Brady Halbleib, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Mansfield improved to 8-12-1 overall and 4-3 in district while Legacy dropped to 18-6 and 5-2.
    Darren Lauber, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Apr. 2026
  • My sleep schedule improved This was the earliest sign that things were changing.
    Desireé Oostland, Vogue, 31 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Laying on his side in the crease, the goalie lifted his left pad to stop Dahlin's shot from the slot.
    CBS News, CBS News, 28 Mar. 2026
  • Tatum played the entire fourth quarter for the second straight game, his minutes limit seemingly lifted.
    Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 28 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • As the Texas Rangers celebrated Opening Day, another issue drew attention off the field, causing backlash for the organization.
    Marissa Armas, CBS News, 4 Apr. 2026
  • Easter is typically celebrated on the first Sunday after the full moon, on or after the vernal, according to previous USA TODAY reporting, which can fall anywhere from March 22 to April 25.
    Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2026
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“Knighted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/knighted. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.

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