watered

[waw-terd, wot-erd]

adjective

1. having rivers or streams.

   an amply watered area.

2. receiving rain or other precipitation.

3. sprinkled, irrigated, etc., with water.

   a poorly watered garden.

4. having a wavy, lustrous pattern or marking.

   watered silk.

5. (of stock) issued in excess of a company's true worth.

Other Word Forms

• unwatered adjective
• well-watered adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of watered¹

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; water, -ed ², -ed ³

Example Sentences

Members of the European Parliament on Nov. 13 passed a tranche of climate regulations after they were watered down from their original form.

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However, some business groups have expressed concern at the plans, while others have argued that the government has watered down or delayed certain elements to try to keep both employers and employees happy.

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Michael felt the urge to sneeze—he was still getting over his stupid summer cold—and his eyes watered.

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"I don't think there was anyone in a Newcastle United shirt who didn't get fed and watered that night. They were just really appreciative that we were enjoying their city."

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But his sound was watered down and he left the label, returning to grime with the 2014 hit That's Not Me, a song about rejecting commercial pressure and designer brands to be true to yourself.

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