floated

[floʊtɪd]

floated Definition

• 1. rest or move on or near the surface of a liquid without sinking
• 2. put forward (an idea) for consideration
• 3. offer (shares in a company) for sale on a stock exchange

Using floated: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "floated" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The boat floated gently on the calm water.

• Example

  She floated on her back in the pool.

• Example

  He floated the idea of starting a new business.

• Example

  The company plans to float its shares on the stock exchange.

• Example

  The balloon floated away into the sky.

floated Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for floated

• drifted
• hovered
• sailed
• wafted
• suspended

Antonyms for floated

• sank
• submerged

Phrases with floated

• float an idea

  to suggest an idea for others to consider

  Example

  He floated the idea of a company retreat, but it was rejected by the management.

• float someone's boat

  to make someone happy or excited

  Example

  I don't really like action movies, but they really float my boyfriend's boat.

• float on air

  to feel extremely happy or elated

  Example

  After getting the job offer, she felt like she was floating on air.

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Summary: floated in Brief

The verb 'floated' [floʊtɪd] has three main meanings: to rest or move on or near the surface of a liquid without sinking, to put forward an idea for consideration, and to offer shares in a company for sale on a stock exchange. Examples include 'The boat floated gently on the calm water,' 'He floated the idea of starting a new business,' and 'The company plans to float its shares on the stock exchange.' Phrases like 'float an idea' and 'float someone's boat' extend the meaning to suggesting ideas and making someone happy or excited.