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unveiled
revealed
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accessible
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unfastened
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initiated
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Meaning of Opened
The primary meaning of the word "opened" is to move something so that it is no longer closed, or to make something available or accessible for use.
Definitions
- To move something so that it is no longer closed, or to make something available or accessible for use.
- * To make something available or accessible for use, or to start a process or activity.
- * To become open or to make something open, such as a door, a window, or an opportunity.
Etymology of Opened
The word "opened" comes from the Old English word "openian", which is derived from the word "open", meaning "not closed" or "accessible".
The word has its roots in the Proto-Germanic word "upanaiz", and the Proto-Indo-European word "upen-", both of which carry the meaning of "open" or "accessible".
The word "opened" has been used in the English language since the 9th century, and has evolved to have various meanings and uses over time.
Example Uses
- The shop opened its doors to customers at 9am.
- * She opened the box and found a surprise inside.
- * The new restaurant opened last night and it was packed.
- * The opportunity opened up for her to travel the world.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
closed
shut
locked
barred
blocked
obstructed
inaccessible
unavailable
restricted
sealed
fastened
secured
barricaded
stopped
ended
terminated
finished
ceased