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settled

The correct spelling is settled.

How to pronounce settled

/ˈsɛtl̩d/
verb

IPA: /ˈsɛtl̩d/

Say it like: Set-tle-d

The correct spelling is settled. To conclude or resolve (something): For example: "to settle her estate"

Usage Examples

to settle her estate

the weather settled;  wait until the crowd settles before speaking

the Saxons who settled in Britain

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To conclude or resolve (something):
  2. 2.To place or arrange in(to) a desired (especially: calm) state, or make final disposition of (something).
  3. 3.To become calm, quiet, or orderly; to stop being agitated.
  4. 4.To establish or become established in a steady position:
  5. 5.To fix one's residence in a place; to establish a dwelling place, home, or colony. (Compare settle down.)

adjective

  1. 1.Comfortable and at ease, especially after a period of change or unrest.

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