Definitions and Examples of clean, laundered, washed
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Free from dirt, marks, or stains.
Example
She always makes sure her house is clean before guests arrive.
Cleaned with water and soap or detergent.
Example
He wore a freshly laundered shirt to the job interview.
Cleaned with water and sometimes soap or detergent.
Example
She put on a pair of washed jeans for the casual outing.
Key Differences: clean vs laundered vs washed
- 1Clean refers to something that is free from dirt, marks, or stains.
- 2Laundered describes something that has been cleaned with water and soap or detergent.
- 3Washed describes something that has been cleaned with water and sometimes soap or detergent.
Effective Usage of clean, laundered, washed
- 1Household Chores: Use these antonyms when doing laundry or cleaning the house.
- 2Personal Hygiene: Use these antonyms when describing personal hygiene habits.
- 3Clothing: Use these antonyms when describing the state of clothing.
Remember this!
The antonyms of unlaundered are clean, laundered, and washed. These words describe the opposite of unlaundered, which means something has not been washed or cleaned. Use these words to describe cleanliness, personal hygiene, and clothing.