ridden

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. verb sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions
  2. verb be carried or travel on or in a vehicle
  3. verb continue undisturbed and without interference

Etymology

Morphologically ride + -en. See ride (verb).

Synonyms

ride, sit

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