Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fledged
adjective
/flɛdʒd/
Definition
Having developed the feathers necessary for flight.
Examples
- The fledged chicks finally left the nest.
- After months of practice, she felt like a fledged musician ready for her first concert.
- The fledged student approached new challenges with confidence.
Meaning
The term ‘fledged’ is often used to describe a young bird that has grown its flight feathers and is capable of flying. It can also refer to someone or something that has matured or become fully developed.
Synonyms
- mature
- developed
- grown
- matured
