Synonyms for

Folded

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

Definition

To bend something over on itself so that one part covers the other.

Synonyms & similar words

turnup closedown close penup shutdown unfold closeup foldup open fold bend crease double tuck wrap pleat crimp lap overlap enfold encircle surround envelop embrace hug clasp grip grasp

Synonyms by register

Formal

creased pleated doubled bent

Informal

crumpled bunched tucked

Literary

convoluted wreathed enfolded

Antonyms

unfolded straight flat open spread extended unfurled

Common collocations

  • folded paper
  • folded map
  • folded arms
  • folded neatly
  • folded laundry
  • folded over
  • folded shut

Word family

noun fold
verb fold
adjective folded
adverb foldedly

Usage note

The adjective 'folded' often describes something that has been bent or creased upon itself. It can also refer to something that is not flat or spread out.

Example sentences

  1. I folded the paper airplane and threw it.
  2. She folded the laundry and put it away.
  3. He folded the letter and put it in the envelope.
  4. The chef folded the eggs into the batter.
  5. The napkin was folded into a swan shape.

Quotes

  • Life is like a coin. You can spend it any way you wish, but you only spend it once. - Lillian Dickson
  • I have folded my sorrows into my heart like two napkins and then I've put a vase of wildflowers on top of them. - Anton Chekhov
  • The heart, like the stomach, wants a varied diet. - Gustave Flaubert

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