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UK//ˈmæt.əd//US//ˈmæt.ɚd//

Meaning of Mattered

To be of importance or significance.

In simple words: Was important or significant.

Mattered in a sentence

  • Her opinion really mattered in the decision-making process.
  • It doesn't matter what other people think; what mattered is how I feel.
  • Every vote mattered in the election results.
  • For him, family always mattered more than work.
  • What mattered most was their friendship, not the competition.

How to use Mattered

Use 'mattered' to express importance. It's appropriate in both spoken and written contexts. Avoid using it in overly formal situations.

Grammar pattern

intransitive verb

Memory hint

'Mattered' sounds like 'mad heard' - imagine someone getting mad because their opinion wasn't heard.

Related words

Collocations with Mattered

  • it mattered
  • what mattered
  • didn't matter
  • what really mattered
  • if it mattered

Synonyms for Mattered

  • counted
  • was significant
  • was essential
  • was relevant
  • was consequential

Opposites of Mattered

  • didn't matter
  • was insignificant
  • was trivial

Common mistakes with Mattered

  • Confused with 'matter' as a noun instead of a verb.
  • Used in the present tense when the past is needed.
  • Omitted the subject in sentences.

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Frequently asked questions about Mattered

What does Mattered mean?

Was important or significant.

What is the definition of Mattered?

To be of importance or significance.

How do you use Mattered in a sentence?

Her opinion really mattered in the decision-making process.

Can you give another example of Mattered?

It doesn't matter what other people think; what mattered is how I feel.

What are synonyms for Mattered?

Common alternatives include counted, was significant, was essential, was relevant, was consequential.

What is the opposite of Mattered?

Opposite meanings include didn't matter, was insignificant, was trivial.

What words go with Mattered?

It commonly pairs with it mattered, what mattered, didn't matter, what really mattered, if it mattered.

What are common mistakes when using Mattered?

Confused with 'matter' as a noun instead of a verb. Used in the present tense when the past is needed. Omitted the subject in sentences.

How do you pronounce Mattered?

US: //ˈmæt.ɚd//, UK: //ˈmæt.əd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Mattered?

Use 'mattered' to express importance. It's appropriate in both spoken and written contexts. Avoid using it in overly formal situations.