vaulted

1 of 2

adjective

vault·​ed ˈvȯl-təd How to pronounce vaulted (audio)
Synonyms of vaultednext
1
: built in the form of a vault : arched
2
: covered with a vault

vaulted

2 of 2

past tense and past participle of vault entry 2, vault entry 3

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Almost all have private terraces or gardens, and the original frescoes and vaulted ceilings add to the feeling of absolute splendor. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2026 Also available is the Ugg Birch Hiker, a hybrid style inspired by the vaulted Birch collection from 1999. — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026 The vaulted great room features exposed trusses and a fireplace. — The Week Us, TheWeek, 23 Aug. 2026 Inside, vaulted ceilings and deep roof overhangs define the living spaces, while a vintage bar opens to the family room and the living and dining rooms provide ample space for entertaining. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 13 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for vaulted

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

Middle English vowted, yvowted, from past participle of vowten "to vault entry 2," or from voute vault entry 1 + -ed -ed entry 1

First Known Use

Adjective

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of vaulted was in the 14th century

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“Vaulted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vaulted. Accessed 7 Sep. 2026.

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