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Vested - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Vested means having a strong personal interest or right in something, often due to ownership or legal entitlement. It can also describe clothing, like a sleeveless garment worn over a shirt.

vested

/ˈvɛstɪd/ /ˈvɛstɪd/

Definition:

Granted as a right or privilege, often referring to benefits or interests secured over time.

Synonyms:

secured, guaranteed, established, confirmed

Part of Speech:

adjective

Antonyms:

unvested, revoked

Common Collocations:

vested interest, vested rights, vested benefits

Derivatives:

vesting, vests

Usage Tips:

Use "vested" to describe rights or benefits that are fully secured and cannot be taken away.

Common Phrases:

vested interest, fully vested, vesting period

Etymology:

From Latin *vestire* (to clothe), later meaning to grant authority or rights as if clothing someone in power.

Examples:

  • 1. She has a vested interest in the company's success.
  • 2. His pension will be fully vested after five years of service.
  • 3. The lawyer explained her vested rights in the property.
  • 4. They opposed the policy due to their vested benefits.

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