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reaped

[ript]

reaped Definition

to cut and gather a crop, especially corn.

Using reaped: Examples

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

  • Example

    The farmers reaped the wheat in late summer.

  • Example

    They reaped a bountiful harvest this year.

  • Example

    He reaped the rewards of his hard work.

  • Example

    She reaped the benefits of her investment.

reaped Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for reaped

Phrases with reaped

  • to experience the results or consequences of one's actions, whether good or bad

    Example

    If you don't study for the exam, you'll reap what you sow.

  • to suffer the negative consequences of one's actions or decisions

    Example

    If you continue to ignore the warnings, you will reap the whirlwind.

  • reap benefits/rewards

    to receive positive outcomes or advantages as a result of one's efforts or investments

    Example

    If you work hard, you will reap the benefits of your labor.

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Summary: reaped in Brief

The verb 'reaped' [ript] means to cut and gather a crop, especially corn. It is often used metaphorically to describe receiving the results or consequences of one's actions, such as 'reap what you sow' or 'reap the whirlwind.' 'Reaped' can also be used to describe receiving positive outcomes or advantages from one's efforts or investments, as in 'She reaped the benefits of her investment.'