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fledged

[flejd]

fledged Definition

  • 1having developed the full feathers, plumage, or wing structure necessary for flight
  • 2completely grown or developed; matured

Using fledged: Examples

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

  • Example

    The young birds were fully fledged and ready to leave the nest.

  • Example

    He is now a fully fledged lawyer.

  • Example

    The company has become a fully fledged corporation.

fledged Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for fledged

Antonyms for fledged

Phrases with fledged

  • graduated with high academic achievements

    Example

    She was fully fledged with honors from the university.

  • to develop or expand something to its full potential

    Example

    The startup has fledged out into a successful business.

  • a career that has reached its full potential or maturity

    Example

    After years of hard work, he finally has a fledged career as a musician.

Origins of fledged

from Old English 'flycge', meaning 'able to fly'

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Summary: fledged in Brief

'Fledged' [flejd] describes something that has developed the full feathers, plumage, or wing structure necessary for flight, or something that has completely grown or developed. Examples include 'The young birds were fully fledged and ready to leave the nest,' and 'He is now a fully fledged lawyer.' 'Fledged' can also be used in phrases like 'fledged with honors,' referring to high academic achievements, or 'fledged out,' meaning to develop or expand something to its full potential.