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    Revêtus (en. Coated)

    /ʁə.vɛ.ty/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    That has been covered or dressed.
    He was dressed in a warm coat.
    Il était revêtu d'un manteau chaud.
    In a figurative sense, it can refer to something projected or conditioned.
    The project is imbued with high ambitions.
    Le projet est revêtu d'ambitions élevées.
    Referring to something that is adorned or decorated.
    The room was adorned with elegant drapes.
    La salle était revêtue de tentures élégantes.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'revêtir', coming from Latin 'revestīre'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    vested with authority
    Endowed with power or authority.
    revêtu d'autorité
    to be vested with
    To possess something particular.
    être revêtu de
    vested with a position
    Occupying a certain role or responsibility.
    revêtu d'une fonction

    Related Words

    to vest
    To cover or dress.
    revêtir
    clothing
    What one wears.
    vêtement
    tapestry
    The art of covering a wall or furniture.
    tapisserie

    Slang Meanings

    To be well dressed.
    He arrives at the party dressed like a prince.
    Il vient à la soirée revêtu comme un prince.
    To have an attitude of superiority.
    She is always dressed in her stature.
    Elle est toujours revêtue de sa stature.