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repaired

/rɪˈpeəd/

/rɪˈperd/

repairedpast participle

/rɪˈpeəd/

/rɪˈpɛrd/

Used only as a non-gradable participial adjective (‘repaired engine’, etc.).

Translations

réparé

The repaired bicycle was ready for the race after the mechanic fixed the chain and brakes.

Le vélo réparé était prêt pour la course après que le mécanicien eut réparé la chaîne et les freins.

Definitions

Restored to a good or sound condition after being damaged or broken.

The repaired bicycle was ready for the race after the mechanic fixed the chain and brakes.

Synonyms

repairverb

repaired

Past Simple

repaired

Past Simple

repaired

Past Participle

repairing

Gerund

/rɪˈpeə/

/rɪˈper/

Translations

réparer

He repaired the broken chair with some glue and nails.

Il a réparé la chaise cassée avec de la colle et des clous.

Additional translations

se rendreEmploi littéraire ou ancien.

Definitions

To restore something that is damaged, faulty, or worn to a good condition.

He repaired the broken chair with some glue and nails.

To fix or mend a relationship or situation that is damaged or not functioning well.

They worked hard to repair their friendship after the misunderstanding.

To go or betake oneself, especially to a place, often for a particular purpose.

After the meeting, the committee repaired to the boardroom.

Synonyms

Antonyms

repairnoun

Definitions

The act of fixing or mending something that is broken or damaged.

The repair of the old clock took several hours.

A result of repairing something; a restored or fixed condition.

The repair was so well done that the vase looked brand new.

The condition of something, especially concerning its need for or state after maintenance or fixing.

After the harsh winter, the bridge was in poor repair.

repairadjective

Definitions

Intended for or relating to the act of fixing or restoring something broken or damaged.

She purchased a repair manual for her vintage car.