cultivated

American  

[kuhl-tuh-vey-tid] / ˈkʌl təˌveɪ tɪd /

adjective

1. prepared and used for raising crops; tilled.

   cultivated land.

2. produced or improved by cultivation, as a plant.

3. educated; refined; cultured.

   cultivated tastes.

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cultivated British  

/ ˈkʌltɪˌveɪtɪd /

adjective

1. cultured, refined, or educated

2. 1. subjected to tillage or cultivation

   2. tilled and broken up

3. (of plants) specially bred or improved by cultivation

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Other Word Forms

• miscultivated adjective
• noncultivated adjective
• pseudocultivated adjective
• quasi-cultivated adjective
• semicultivated adjective
• supercultivated adjective
• uncultivated adjective
• well-cultivated adjective

Etymology

Origin of cultivated

First recorded in 1655–65; cultivate + -ed ²

Example Sentences

As a result of its economic ties, China has cultivated relationships across the region with both US allies, such as Saudi Arabia, and foes, such as Iran.

From BBC

Grocery Outlet’s opportunistic sourcing model has cultivated a devoted fan base of TikTok bargain hunters.

From Los Angeles Times

The company’s strong stance on privacy and security has cultivated trust among legions of its fans who line up at Apple’s retail stores to buy its latest products.

From Los Angeles Times

Iran has long cultivated militia allies across the Middle East as a way to project power and as a deterrent against attack.

From The Wall Street Journal

Wartime history remains delicate for the Japanese, who have for decades cultivated a close alliance with the United States and hoped to move beyond memories of conflict.

From Barron's

Related Words

• polished
• refined
• sophisticated