meted Definition
- 1to distribute or dole out something, especially in measured amounts
- 2to allot or assign something to someone
Using meted: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "meted" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The teacher meted out punishment to the students who misbehaved.
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The judge meted a harsh sentence to the convicted criminal.
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The company meted out bonuses to its employees based on their performance.
meted Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for meted
Phrases with meted
Example
The court must mete out justice fairly and impartially.
to inflict punishment or revenge on someone
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The vigilante group took it upon themselves to mete out retribution to the criminals.
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The company meted out rewards to its top-performing employees.
Origins of meted
from Old English 'metan', meaning 'to measure'
Summary: meted in Brief
The verb 'meted' [me-tid] means to distribute or allot something in measured amounts. It can also mean to assign something to someone. Examples include 'The teacher meted out punishment to the students who misbehaved' and 'The judge meted a harsh sentence to the convicted criminal.' Phrases include 'mete out justice,' 'mete out retribution,' and 'mete out rewards.'
