Synonyms for

Wrapped

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

Definition

To cover or enclose something in paper or fabric.

Synonyms & similar words

cloaked wrap captive enclose enwrapped wind enwrap unwrap intent engrossed clothed unwind absorbed wrapup enfold draped envelop mantled unwrapped twine roll covered enveloped encased packaged boxed parcelled coiled rolled folded twisted swathed clothed enfolded shrouded veiled masked hidden obscured concealed

Synonyms by register

Formal

enveloped sheathed encased

Informal

covered bundled tucked

Literary

shrouded cloaked swaddled

Antonyms

unwrapped uncovered open unfolded exposed unsealed

Common collocations

  • wrapped up
  • wrapped in
  • wrapped around
  • tightly wrapped
  • gift wrapped
  • wrapped in plastic
  • wrapped in foil
  • wrapped up warm

Word family

noun wrapping
verb wrap
adjective wrapped

Usage note

The adjective 'wrapped' often implies something is completely covered or enclosed. It can also be used figuratively, as in 'wrapped up in one's work'.

Example sentences

  1. I wrapped my arms around my friend.
  2. We wrapped the leftovers in foil.
  3. The baby was wrapped in a cozy blanket.
  4. He wrapped his fingers around the pen.
  5. She wrapped a scarf around her neck.

Quotes

  • The future is already here – it's just not evenly wrapped.
  • You are a gift to the world, wrapped in ribbons of light.
  • I would rather have a mind opened by wonder than one closed by belief, bound by dogma, or wrapped in ignorance.

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