peaked

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adjective (1)

ˈpēkt

also

ˈpē-kəd

Synonyms of peaked next

: having a peak : pointed

peaked lapels

a peaked hill

peakedness

ˈpēk(t)-nəs

ˈpē-kəd-nəs

noun

peaked

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adjective (2)

peak·ed ˈpē-kəd

also

ˈpi-kəd

: being pale and wan or emaciated : sickly

Examples of peaked in a Sentence

Adjective (1) the church's peaked spire is a prominent feature of the town's skyline Adjective (2) you probably should go home, as you're looking awfully peaked I'm feeling a little peaked, so I'm going to lie down

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Adjective

The designer also renovated the bi-level Infinito Suite, resulting in a private terrace and jacuzzi on the highest point of the property and narrow peaked windows inspired by the cathedral shapes found along the Amalfi Coast. —

Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 19 Dec. 2024 The painstaking restoration of Notre Dame involved the labor of hundreds of specialized artisans who refashioned everything from the lead sheets used to form the nave’s peaked roof to vital portions of stone masonry, CBS reported. —

Martin Lerma, Robb Report, 16 Dec. 2024 It’s got a long slit up the back, peaked lapels, and a removable belt. —

Clint Davis, People.com, 9 Dec. 2024 Steve Madden Trench Coat With wide peaked lapels,side pockets, and an adjustable waist belt, this trench will make a style statement this season. —

Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 27 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for peaked