Ten — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Ten
Ten (noun)
- a number that is one more than nine
- the 10th in a set or series
- something having 10 units or members
Ten (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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a physically attractive person
"promised me that she would fix me up with a ten"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Ten
The most common words with a similar meaning to Ten:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Ten
Words with the opposite meaning of Ten:
Word Forms of Ten
Inflections: tens
Derived words: ten (adjective)
Origin & Etymology of Ten
Middle English, going back to Old English tīen (West Saxon), tēn, going back to Germanic *tehun (whence also Old Frisian tiān, tiēn "ten," Old Saxon tehan, Old High German zehan, Old Norse tíu, Gothic taihun), going back to Indo-European *deḱm̥, whence also Old Irish deich "ten," Welsh deg, Latin decem, Old Church Slavic desętĭ, Lithuanian dẽšimt, Albanian dhjetë, Greek déka, Armenian tasn, Tocharian A śäk, Tocharian B śak, Avestan dasa, Sanskrit daśa
First known use: before 12th century
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Ten
- CEFR level: A1 English Vocabulary — Page 17
- Topics: Numbers & Quantities
Words & Phrases Containing Ten
Frequently Asked Questions about Ten
What does "Ten" mean?
"Ten" means a number that is one more than nine. As a noun, it is defined as: a number that is one more than nine.
What is another word for "Ten"?
Other words for "Ten" include babe, cutie, dish, doll, dreamboat, fox, glamour-puss and hottie. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Ten" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Ten"?
There are 20 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Ten". Common alternatives include babe, cutie, dish, doll, dreamboat, fox, glamour-puss, hottie, knockout and looker.
What is the opposite of "Ten"?
Antonyms of "Ten" include dog.
How do you use "Ten" in a sentence?
Examples of "Ten" in a sentence: "promised me that she would fix me up with a ten".
Is "Ten" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Ten" is a noun.
Is "Ten" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?
As an A1-level word, "Ten" is typical of Cambridge A1 Movers (Young Learners), TOEIC Listening & Reading 120+.
How do you pronounce "Ten"?
"Ten" is pronounced /ˈten/.