blindfolded

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adjective

blind·​fold·​ed ˈblīn(d)-ˌfōl-dəd How to pronounce blindfolded (audio)
Synonyms of blindfoldednext
: wearing a blindfold
a blindfolded prisoner

blindfolded

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adverb

: with the eyes covered by a blindfold

Examples of blindfolded in a Sentence

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Adjective
Vatu took the loss on this challenge, which saw nearly every member of each tribe blindfolded and led through an obstacle course by one non-blindfolded member. — Jacob Wilt, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 11 Mar. 2026 In the next frame, the fictional father — bound, blindfolded and kneeling on a muddy battlefield — is approached by a soldier, and shot in the head. — Justin Spike, Los Angeles Times, 25 Feb. 2026 As a result, distributors often manage their business blindfolded. — Mike Biwer, Forbes.com, 17 June 2026 Over the past 15 years, he has been imprisoned, blindfolded, interrogated, and put under house arrest with a 20-year ban on making films. — Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 18 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for blindfolded

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1579, in the meaning defined above

Adverb

1615, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of blindfolded was in 1579

Rhymes for blindfolded

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“Blindfolded.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/blindfolded. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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