Matted (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Tangled in a dense mass; "tried to push through the matted undergrowth".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- Her long hair was matted with twigs and leaves after a day of hiking in the woods.
- The artist's cat had gotten its fur matted from lying on the wet studio floor.
- The weeds in the garden had grown so thick they formed a matted barrier around the flowers.
- The dog's fur was matted and dirty after a muddy playdate in the park.
- After weeks of neglect, the rug had become matted and uneven underfoot.
Meaning 2
Not reflecting light; not glossy; "flat wall paint"; "a photograph with a matte finish".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The matted finish of the artwork allowed it to blend in with the surrounding decor.
- The photographer chose a matted print to reduce glare and improve the viewing experience.
- The new wall paint had a matted texture that absorbed the light and minimized reflections.
- After years of wear and tear, the once-glossy tiles had developed a matted appearance.
- The artist deliberately chose to frame the painting with a matted border to prevent distracting reflections.