Synonyms for

Plated

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

Definition

covered with a thin layer of metal

Synonyms & similar words

plate plot plat coated covered encased layered wrapped gilded encrusted treated finished surfaced overlaid embellished ornamented adorned decorated furnished enhanced enriched polished buffed

Synonyms by register

Formal

coated covered overlaid gilded

Informal

covered done up decked out

Literary

sheathed adorned emblazoned

Antonyms

uncoated bare naked plain unadorned unembellished

Common collocations

  • plated armor
  • gold plated
  • silver plated
  • chrome plated
  • nickel plated
  • plated metal
  • plated jewelry

Word family

noun plate
verb plate
adjective plated

Usage note

Often used to describe a thin layer of metal applied to another surface, especially for decorative or protective purposes. Can also refer to food that has been served on a plate.

Example sentences

  1. The door handle was plated with gold.
  2. The necklace was plated with silver.
  3. The car bumper was plated with chrome.
  4. The fork was plated with nickel.
  5. The statue was plated with bronze.

Quotes

  • I'm not a gold or silver plated Rolls Royce. I'm a Hyundai.
  • All that glitters is not gold, but it sure looks good plated.
  • Everything is better with a gold-plated touch.

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