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UK//stjuːd//US//stud//

Meaning of Stewed

Cooked by simmering slowly in liquid until tender.

In simple words: Cooked slowly in liquid until soft.

Stewed in a sentence

  • The chef prepared a delicious **stewed** lamb dish for dinner.
  • I enjoy **stewed** apples with cinnamon as a dessert.
  • **Stewed** vegetables are a great addition to any meal.
  • She left the **stewed** meat to cook for several hours.
  • They served **stewed** chicken on a bed of rice.

How to use Stewed

Used in cooking contexts; often refers to meat or vegetables. Can describe a dish or the method of cooking. Not typically used informally.

Grammar pattern

stewed + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'stew' simmering slowly, turning everything soft and delicious.

Related words

Collocations with Stewed

  • stewed vegetables
  • stewed meat
  • stewed fruits
  • stewed sauce
  • stewed legumes

Synonyms for Stewed

  • braised
  • cooked
  • simmered
  • poached
  • softened

Opposites of Stewed

Common mistakes with Stewed

  • Confused with 'stew' as a noun vs. 'stewed' as a verb.
  • Using 'stewed' for frying or grilling.
  • Overgeneralizing to mean any soft dish.

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Frequently asked questions about Stewed

What does Stewed mean?

Cooked slowly in liquid until soft.

What is the definition of Stewed?

Cooked by simmering slowly in liquid until tender.

How do you use Stewed in a sentence?

The chef prepared a delicious **stewed** lamb dish for dinner.

Can you give another example of Stewed?

I enjoy **stewed** apples with cinnamon as a dessert.

What are synonyms for Stewed?

Common alternatives include braised, cooked, simmered, poached, softened.

What is the opposite of Stewed?

Opposite meanings include fresh, raw.

What words go with Stewed?

It commonly pairs with stewed vegetables, stewed meat, stewed fruits, stewed sauce, stewed legumes.

What are common mistakes when using Stewed?

Confused with 'stew' as a noun vs. 'stewed' as a verb. Using 'stewed' for frying or grilling. Overgeneralizing to mean any soft dish.

How do you pronounce Stewed?

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

When should I use Stewed?

Used in cooking contexts; often refers to meat or vegetables. Can describe a dish or the method of cooking. Not typically used informally.