The Meaning of WOODEN – WOODEN in a Sentence

The video demonstrates the meaning and definition of ‘WOODEN’. The way to pronounce WOODEN is explained, dividing the word into syllables.

Also, a clipart image illustrates the main definition. This is followed by an illustrated sentence example.

The picture with a sentence example is a great way to memorize the meaning and definition of WOODEN. Now it’s time to start using this word in your everyday vocabulary.

Here is a transcript of the video: What is the Meaning and Definition of WOODEN?

Slide 2: WOODEN:

Emphasize the first syllable, it’s pronounced WOU◦den

Definition: 1. made of wood or containing wood
2. awkward, stiff, without grace

The clipart shows 3 logs of wood.

Slide 3:
The picture shows a couple dancing in a dance competition.

Sentence example: Some said their performance in the “Dancing with the Stars” competition was wooden.

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The full course includes another 4 illustrated sentence examples for the word ‘WOODEN’ plus these words . . .

Slide 5: Empower your vocabulary with these 25 words:

affable
aggressive
arduous
bent
biased
conventional
delinquent
detrimental
erroneous
expendable
extraordinary
fragile
gradual
gracious
hospitable
impressive
impulsive
relevant
remiss
ridiculous
squalid
supercilious
suspicious
sympathetic
wooden

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More examples to make the meaning of WOODEN clear:

Footage released by police shows an officer pulling up in front of the house, kicking down a wooden fence, and running to save an 80-year-old woman, her daughter, and her four small children.
Source: Fox News
https://www.foxnews.com/us/phoenix-police-officer-rescues-family-from-burning-home

For every suavely served up “Hamilton” on Disney Plus, there are a dozen wooden videos that prompt you to log off well before the curtain call.
Source: Washington Post
https://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/theater_dance/interactive-theater-shows-online/2020/10/28/f56813e8-179c-11eb-befb-8864259bd2d8_story.html

The caskets were popular in the mid-1800s and offered several advantages over typical wooden coffins.
Source: Washington Times
https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2021/feb/28/lady-in-red-remains-a-mississippi-mystery-who-is-s/

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