turned-on 1 of 3

adjective

ˈtərnd-ˈȯn How to pronounce turned-on (audio)
Definition of turned-onnext
as in now
keenly aware of and responsive to the latest developments especially in fashion and entertainment a film genre that today's turned-on moviegoers seem little interested in

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turned (on)

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verb (1)

past tense of turn (on)
as in attacked
to take sudden, violent action against it is dangerous to keep tigers as house pets, as they often turn on their masters without warning

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turned on

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verb (2)

past tense of turn on
1
as in thrilled
to cause a pleasurable stimulation of the feelings unsurprisingly, the fanboys were turned on by the movie's amazing special effects and slam-bang plot

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2
as in activated
to cause to function would you turn on the TV?

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for turned-on
  1. now
  2. downtown
  3. fashionable
  4. hip
  5. stylish
  6. with-it
  7. smart
  8. groovy
Adjective
  • Brady previously shared a $17 million Indian Creek Island property with his now ex-wife Gisele Bündchen, bought in 2020.
    Latoya Gayle, People.com, 20 Dec. 2024
  • However, in what may become a new norm, the notoriously sharp elbowed Jones’ filing, like Lively’s filing late last week with the California Civil Rights department is chock-full of seemingly incriminating texts between the now defendants.
    Dominic Patten, Deadline, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of now
Adjective
  • On Thursday, tens of thousands of spectators were downtown for the 3-mile walk that features several floats, giant balloons, marching bands, clowns, Santa, elves, holiday music and much more.
    Nour Rahal, Detroit Free Press, 28 Nov. 2024
  • And once downtown, local hotels do their part to secretly move Hollywood stars around the city.
    Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Sep. 2024
Definition of downtown
Adjective
  • All of the luggage is made by hand, which gives it an authentic, almost gritty feel that reminds you of a bygone era when passengers boarded steamships with large trunks and fashionable leather bags.
    Christopher Elliott, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024
  • But the scare device also contradicts the fashionable, secular ancestor-worship that replaces Christian doctrine for black progressives.
    Armond White, National Review, 27 Dec. 2024
Definition of fashionable
Adjective
  • It was seen as the hipper, edgier alternative to entrenched establishment clubs like Annabel’s and White’s.
    Gary Baum, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Mar. 2024
  • These looks feel decidedly cooler and hipper than your standard suit, which can often read too buttoned-up or formal for a more casual outing.
    Christian Allaire, Vogue, 2 Mar. 2023
Definition of hip
Adjective
  • One, done, and fabulous — that’s Oprah Winfrey’s latest look in a very stylish nutshell.
    Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 20 Dec. 2024
  • Kenneth: Strong, stylish, and elegant, Kenneth is a thoughtful choice.
    Kara Nesvig, Parents, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of stylish
Adjective
  • June 25, 2024 3 AM PT Facebook Show more sharing options There were lime-green tube tops, lime-green beanies, lime-green hoodies and cowboy hats and sunglasses and at least one lime-green mesh vest like something an especially with-it street paver might wear.
    Mikael Wood, Los Angeles Times, 25 June 2024
  • There were lime-green tube tops, lime-green beanies, lime-green hoodies and cowboy hats and sunglasses and at least one lime-green mesh vest like something an especially with-it street paver might wear.
    Mikael Wood, Los Angeles Times, 25 June 2024
Definition of with-it
Adjective
  • As with other types of small drone, this capability could spread quickly among both friendly and hostile forces, although replicating the smart AI software sets a much higher bar than simply copying hardware. Follow me on Twitter.
    David Hambling, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
  • While members of Gen Alpha have become acquainted with smart technology and artificial intelligence, Gen Beta will experience AI and automation in every aspect of life, from school to work to healthcare and entertainment, McCrindle says.
    Greta Cross, USA TODAY, 1 Jan. 2025
Definition of smart
Adjective
  • The couple doubled down on Nashville, renovating The Dive Motel, a groovy 1970s spot on the Old Buffalo Trail where Dolly Parton and Johnny Cash used to stay.
    Laura Begley Bloom, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
  • Viewers will be introduced to a groovy new era when the pond transports Kat and Alice to 1974—the year Del and Colton (Brown) first met as teens and their epic love story began.
    Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 29 Dec. 2024
Definition of groovy
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