returned

[rɪˈtərnd]

returned Definition

  • 1come or go back to a place or person
  • 2give, put, or send (something) back to a place or person

Using returned: Examples

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

  • Example

    He returned home after a long day at work.

  • Example

    I need to return this book to the library.

  • Example

    She returned the phone call as soon as she could.

  • Example

    The package was returned to the sender due to an incorrect address.

returned Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for returned

Antonyms for returned

Phrases with returned

  • return the favor

    do something helpful for someone who has helped you in the past

    Example

    Thanks for helping me move. I'll return the favor by helping you with your yard work.

  • return to one's previous level of performance or ability

    Example

    After a few bad games, the team returned to form and won the championship.

  • the amount of profit or loss an investment generates relative to the amount of money invested

    Example

    The return on investment for that project was very high.

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Summary: returned in Brief

The verb 'returned' [rɪˈtərnd] means to come or go back to a place or person, or to give, put, or send something back to a place or person. Examples include 'He returned home after a long day at work.' and 'I need to return this book to the library.' Phrases like 'return the favor' and 'return on investment' add nuance to the term.

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