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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
  • Per the lawsuit, Dr. Sophy was hired by Dre in 2018, as the producer and his now ex-wife, Nicole Young, were attempting to resolve their marital differences.
    Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 10 Oct. 2024
  • When the former best friends and lovers went through a divorce two years later in 2011, the debtor partially revoked the WPT to be able to pay his divorce obligations to his now ex-wife.
    Jay Adkisson, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2024
Definition of now
Adjective
  • Plans for a downtown Milwaukee apartment high-rise have taken another step forward.
    Tom Daykin, Journal Sentinel, 15 Nov. 2024
  • Smith said anywhere from 50,000 to 100,000 people could have been downtown at the time of the shooting, judging by views of the huge Halloween crowds.
    CBS News, CBS News, 1 Nov. 2024
Definition of downtown
Adjective
  • It’s lined with a fuzzy wool blend that will keep your feet warm and cozy while commuting to work or window shopping in the cold, and its fluffy sheepskin detailing adds a touch of fashionable flair.
    Averi Baudler, People.com, 4 Nov. 2024
  • This affordable new collection features a range of fashionable and affordable eyewear options inspired by Kittle’s dynamic and bold persona on and off the field.
    Kasey Caminiti, USA TODAY, 4 Nov. 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
  • Beautiful by Drew Barrymore Six-Quart Programmable Slow Cooker Beautiful by Drew Barrymore Six-Quart Programmable Slow Cooker Get this stylish slow cooker at Walmart for less than $50.
    Kasey Caminiti, USA TODAY, 27 Nov. 2024
  • The Danish audio brand has unveiled the stylish new Beoplay Eleven, inspired by its sleek Beoplay H100 headphones that debuted in September.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 27 Nov. 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
  • Some things are simply not meant to be cool, hip, or with-it.
    Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 4 Apr. 2024
Definition of with-it
Adjective
  • Its smart contract features have marked the beginning of a new era of functionality, making transactions more seamless and efficient for users worldwide.
    Jon Stojan, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
  • The smart electric space heaters were sold online at Amazon.com, https://us.govee.com, the Govee Home App and TikTok Shop from September 2021-2024 for between $30 and $150.
    Katie Wiseman, The Courier-Journal, 22 Nov. 2024
Definition of smart
Adjective
  • Hippie Hippie fashion is a groovy way to make casual staples into a Halloween statement.
    James Powel, USA TODAY, 25 Oct. 2024
  • Sylvester Stallone is showing off some of his grooviest dance moves!
    Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 20 Oct. 2024
Definition of groovy
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