Synonyms of recessed

recessed 1 of 2

adjective

as in concave

curved inward

displayed the decorative plate on a recessed shelf in the wall

Synonyms & Similar Words

• concave
• sunken
• hollow
• depressed
• cupped
• dimpled
• indented
• dished
• dented
• compressed
• cavernous
• alveolar
• crescentic
• recurved
• reduced
• diminished
• condensed
• cuplike
• cuppy
• contracted
• pockmarked

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• convex
• protuberant
• enlarged
• projecting
• extended
• risen
• bulbous
• protruding
• swollen
• distended
• inflated
• cambered
• expanded
• puffy
• rounded
• blown up
• domed
• bloated
• protrusive
• round
• spherical
• bulging
• global
• ballooning
• globular
• jutting
• puffed

recessed

2 of 2

verb

past tense of recess

as in suspended

to bring to a formal close for a period of time

the judge recessed the court for lunch

Synonyms & Similar Words

• suspended
• postponed
• adjourned
• interrupted
• prorogued
• reserved
• prorogated
• deferred
• closed
• shelved
• dispersed
• broke off
• discontinued
• halted
• put off
• disbanded
• tabled
• held off
• called
• terminated
• dissolved
• wrapped up
• stopped
• ended
• intermitted
• revoked
• recalled
• wound up
• concluded
• repealed
• rescinded
• broke up
• quashed
• aborted
• nullified
• invalidated
• called off
• abrogated
• negated
• voided
• annulled
• dropped

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• opened
• extended
• launched
• continued
• prolonged
• inaugurated
• carried on
• proceeded
• renewed
• reopened
• resumed
• called
• assembled
• drew out
• summoned
• convened
• mustered
• rallied
• convoked

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of recessed

Adjective

The design duo suggests swapping out big recessed lighting for new LED fixtures. — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Sep. 2026

Relying on Recessed Lighting One of the most common entryway design mistakes is relying too heavily on recessed lighting. — Natasha Bazika, Martha Stewart, 24 Sep. 2026

The park, which opened in 2012, connects Uptown Dallas with the Arts District over a recessed portion of Woodall Rodgers Freeway. — Steven Rosenbaum, CBS News, 29 June 2026

The sixth block in the Parthenon’s tympanum—or recessed space—was restored by combining a pair of archaic fragments with new pieces of marble, while the seventh block has been completed using only fresh marble. — News Desk, Artforum, 22 June 2026

To avoid this, Cooper suggests elegant fixtures and intentional recessed lights, combined with smart lighting systems—or at least one of these three options to start. — Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 7 June 2026

Long channels of plants known as bioswales and recessed sections known as rain gardens both use sand, soil and plants to filter pollutants before stormwater reaches streams or sewers. — Aya Diab, Fortune, 23 May 2026

Taking advantage of a recessed area opposite the television sitting area, Palmieri Schwartz added clean, contemporary floating oak shelves to the niche for displaying books and treasures. — Laura Fenton, Midwest Living, 16 May 2026

For example, an overhang creates shade, softening the view inside, while a recessed entry reduces visibility through depth and distance from the street. — Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 13 May 2026

Verb

Around the back, the AC charging input sits alongside the dual DC8020 solar inputs, which are recessed into the chassis. — Michael Lydick, PC Magazine, 9 Oct. 2026

Each one is bright and airy, with moody accents and recessed lighting above the bed. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

The 126,000-square-foot wing includes almost 70,000 square feet of exhibition space spread out over five levels, the top two of which will be recessed in order to provide outdoor terrace space. — Leigh Anne Miller For Artnews, Robb Report, 17 Sep. 2026

Court recessed after less than an hour of testimony on Wednesday, and the defense will begin presenting its case Thursday. — Taylor Romine, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2026

The small, round sockets were recessed into the wall, and the adapter would hit the outlet plate, preventing the pins from going all the way into the holes. — Mark Marino, Travel + Leisure, 18 Aug. 2026

The dashboard display is recessed under glass on the fuel tank, rather than ahead of the triple clamp. — New Atlas, 19 July 2026

The Senate recessed on June 24, and lawmakers won't return to Washington until July 13. — Allison Pecorin, ABC News, 7 July 2026

House Speaker Mike Johnson abruptly recessed the chamber on Tuesday, June 30. — Zachary Schermele, USA Today, 1 July 2026