Captured
8 lettersverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Past tense of capture, meaning to take into one's possession or control by force. To record or preserve in permanent form.
“The photographer captured the perfect moment just as the sun broke through the clouds.”
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cap·tured
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Contains 'cap' start with '-ured' ending; common past tense pattern
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Worth 13 points; versatile word with good letter distribution
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