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UK//ɪkˈskjuːzd//US//ɪkˈskjuːzd//

Meaning of Excused

Allowed to avoid a duty or responsibility.

In simple words: Let someone not do something usually expected.

Excused in a sentence

  • He was excused from the meeting due to a family emergency.
  • Students can be excused from participation in gym class for medical reasons.
  • She excused her friend from the group project when he fell ill.
  • The teacher excused me from the homework because I was sick.
  • Children can be excused from chores on weekends.

How to use Excused

Use 'excused' when someone is allowed to avoid a responsibility or commitment. It's appropriate in both formal and informal settings, particularly in educational or professional contexts.

Grammar pattern

excuse + object + from + object

Memory hint

Think of 'excused' as being 'let out' of something, like a student being let out of class.

Related words

Collocations with Excused

  • excused absence
  • excused from duties
  • excused reasons

Synonyms for Excused

  • pardoned
  • absolved
  • exempted
  • released

Opposites of Excused

Common mistakes with Excused

  • Confused with 'excused' and 'excuse' as parts of speech.
  • Using 'excused' as a noun instead of an adjective.
  • Failing to match verb tense with 'excused' when referring to past events.

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Frequently asked questions about Excused

What does Excused mean?

Let someone not do something usually expected.

What is the definition of Excused?

Allowed to avoid a duty or responsibility.

How do you use Excused in a sentence?

He was excused from the meeting due to a family emergency.

Can you give another example of Excused?

Students can be excused from participation in gym class for medical reasons.

What are synonyms for Excused?

Common alternatives include pardoned, absolved, exempted, released.

What is the opposite of Excused?

Opposite meanings include accused, blamed, charged.

What words go with Excused?

It commonly pairs with excused absence, excused from duties, excused reasons.

What are common mistakes when using Excused?

Confused with 'excused' and 'excuse' as parts of speech. Using 'excused' as a noun instead of an adjective. Failing to match verb tense with 'excused' when referring to past events.

How do you pronounce Excused?

US: //ɪkˈskjuːzd//, UK: //ɪkˈskjuːzd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Excused?

Use 'excused' when someone is allowed to avoid a responsibility or commitment. It's appropriate in both formal and informal settings, particularly in educational or professional contexts.