shared

adjective

ˈsherd 

1

: used, done, belonging to, or experienced by two or more individuals

a dormitory with a shared living area

shared equity

shared responsibilities

FDOT public information officer Rebecca Leigh White said pre-existing road constraints and rights of way mean cyclists and motorists will have to use shared lanes throughout the extension.

—Cyanne Dunn

Their shared project, the Gottman Institute, combines his theory with her practice.

—Casey Greenfield

I thought back to the long years of conflict, but also to the deep, shared passion for the art of cooking, eating, and offering hospitality.

—Chitrita Banerji

2

computing : accessible by more than one user or process

Despite the shared memory, the PC performed relatively well …

—Joshua Goldman

a shared network drive

Synonyms of shared

• collective
• combined
• collaborative
• joint
• mutual
• communal

Examples of shared in a Sentence

shared resources

Recent Examples on the Web

The Obama Foundation later posted a video compilation of the Obamas talking about their love for each other and shared values. —Josh Meyer, USA Today, 7 Feb. 2026

But effective health communication begins with shared biological constraints and good science. —Torie Bosch, STAT, 7 Feb. 2026

Except for immediate self-defense, the president must get Congress’s approval before military action abroad, ensuring accountability and shared responsibility. —Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 6 Feb. 2026

There’s a large circular structure just beyond the front door that gives way to a bright and airy courtyard space with Escher-like stairs criss-crossing the shared pool. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1598, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for shared

• compared
• declared
• despaired
• ensnared
• impaired
• prepared
• repaired
• unpaired
• unshared
• aired
• bared
• blared