: being pale and wan or emaciated : sickly
Examples of peaked in a Sentence
Adjective (1)
the church's peaked spire is a prominent feature of the town's skyline
Adjective (2)
you probably should go home, as you're looking awfully peaked
I'm feeling a little peaked, so I'm going to lie down
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Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 3 Apr. 2025
One unusual feature of Chesterton’s bandstand is its octagon shape and peaked roof.
—Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 2 Apr. 2025
Moore says that’s the opposite at 95 Jobs Lane, where one of the grandest spots is the primary suite — which sits at the top of the house, under the high ceilings of its peaked roof, and has a terrace that spans the length with a view of the backyard and the pool.
—Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 17 Mar. 2025
The bedroom, bathroom, and closet feature sloped and peaked ceilings cladded in blond oak, as well as Taj Mahal quartzite with mid-tone oak cabinetry to complement the stone.
—Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 13 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
The solution was three separate houses, actually — each taking a nod from the typical exteriors in the area (brick, peaked roof, pane windows) but connected by glass walkways.
—Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 3 Apr. 2025
One unusual feature of Chesterton’s bandstand is its octagon shape and peaked roof.
—Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 2 Apr. 2025
Moore says that’s the opposite at 95 Jobs Lane, where one of the grandest spots is the primary suite — which sits at the top of the house, under the high ceilings of its peaked roof, and has a terrace that spans the length with a view of the backyard and the pool.
—Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 17 Mar. 2025
The bedroom, bathroom, and closet feature sloped and peaked ceilings cladded in blond oak, as well as Taj Mahal quartzite with mid-tone oak cabinetry to complement the stone.
—Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 13 Feb. 2025
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“Peaked.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/peaked. Accessed 9 Apr. 2025.
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