Synonyms for

Fledged

Verb / fledʒd / Another word for fledged — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Fledged means fully developed or grown, especially in reference to a bird that has grown feathers and is ready to fly.

Synonyms & similar words

mature flight feather unfledged vaned fledge developed mature grown ripe adult complete flown full-grown ready trained accomplished established experienced proficient qualified skilled trained competent proficient seasoned

Synonyms by register

Formal

developed mature experienced accomplished

Informal

grown-up ready trained skilled

Literary

winged fledged fully grown

Antonyms

immature unfledged dependent unfledged nascent undeveloped infantile

Common collocations

  • fully fledged
  • newly fledged
  • fledged pilot
  • fledged career
  • fledged adult
  • fledged artist
  • fledged business

Word family

noun fledgling
verb fledge
adjective fledged

Usage note

Primarily used to describe birds that have developed feathers and are ready to fly, it is often used metaphorically for people who have become independent or fully developed in a skill or career.

Example sentences

  1. The baby bird was fully fledged and ready to leave the nest.
  2. The young man was a fully fledged lawyer after passing the bar exam.
  3. The company was fully fledged and ready to go public.
  4. After years of training, the athlete was fully fledged and ready for the Olympics.
  5. The garden was fully fledged with blooming flowers and fresh vegetables.

Quotes

  • A fully fledged bird is ready to leave the nest and start a new chapter in its life.
  • A fully fledged business is one that has grown and is ready to take on new challenges.
  • A fully fledged artist is one who has developed their style and is recognized for their work.

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