Definitions and Examples of landed, settled, perched
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To come down through the air and reach the ground or another surface.
Example
The airplane landed smoothly on the runway.
To come to rest on a surface after being in motion.
Example
The dust settled on the furniture after the construction work was completed.
To rest on a high or narrow surface, especially like a bird on a branch.
Example
The eagle perched on the tree branch, scanning the area for prey.
Key Differences: landed vs settled vs perched
- 1Landed refers specifically to coming down from the air and touching the ground or another surface.
- 2Settled refers to coming to rest after being in motion, which can include landing but also other types of movement.
- 3Perched refers to resting on a high or narrow surface, often used to describe birds or other animals.
Effective Usage of landed, settled, perched
- 1Travel: Use landed to describe planes, helicopters, or other flying vehicles touching down on the ground.
- 2Movement: Use settled to describe objects or people coming to rest after being in motion.
- 3Nature: Use perched to describe birds or other animals resting on high or narrow surfaces.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of flew are landed, settled, and perched. These words describe different ways of coming down or resting on a surface. Use them in different contexts such as travel, movement, or nature to convey your message effectively.
