Word: meted
1. Parts of Speech
Verb
2. Definitions
- To dispense or distribute by measure; to allot or dole out.
- To give out a punishment or retribution.
3. Pronunciations
- US: /ˈmitɪd/
- UK: /ˈmiːtɪd/
4. Origin and Usage
The word "meted" is the past tense and past participle form of the verb "mete". The word "mete" comes from the Old English word "metan", which means "to measure". The word is commonly used in legal and formal contexts to describe the act of dispensing justice or punishment.
5. Synonyms
- Allocate
- Apportion
- Distribute
- Dispense
- Allot
6. Related Words
- Demet
- Meter
- Timed
- Deemt
- Emmet
7. Example Sentences
- The teacher meted out harsh punishment to the student who cheated on the test.
- The judge meted a fair sentence to the defendant who was found guilty of fraud.