Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ticked

verb (past tense of tick)
/tɪkt/
Definition
Marked with a tick or check to indicate something is correct or completed.
Examples
  • She ticked off each item on her checklist as she completed them.
  • The teacher ticked the correct answers on the test.
  • He ticked the box to confirm his attendance at the event.
Meaning
The word ‘ticked’ refers to the action of marking or acknowledging completion, usually in a list format.
Synonyms
  • marked
  • checked
  • noted
  • verified