quilled

The word “quilled” has 1 syllable: quilled

It's pronounced as /kwɪld/


What is synonym and antonym for quilled?

In the thesaurus, “quilled” has 9 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for quilled along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for quilled

  • bayoneted
  • bayonetted
  • dirked
  • perforated
  • piked
  • poniarded
  • pricked
  • pronged
  • punched

Meanings of quilled

  • verb
    1. To pierce or be pierced with quills.
    2. To write.
    3. To form fabric into small, rounded folds.
    4. To decorate with quillwork.
    5. To subject (a woman who is giving birth) to the practice of quilling (blowing pepper into her nose to induce or hasten labor).
  • adjective
    1. Having quills or similar structures.
    2. (of a flower) Having long, narrow petals or florets.
    3. Created through the process of quilling.
    4. (of fabric) Having small, rounded folds.
    5. Decorated with quillwork.

Example Sentences

  • She marveled at the intricately quilled designs adorning the handmade card.
  • The artist painstakingly quilled delicate flowers and patterns onto the paper canvas.
  • The craftsperson's nimble fingers swiftly quilled the paper strips into elaborate shapes.
  • The quills of the porcupine quilled with a natural defense mechanism when threatened.
  • In the dim light, the quilled outline of the hedgehog was barely visible against the forest floor.

On this page you'll find 9 synonyms or another words to quilled, such as: bayoneted, bayonetted, dirked, perforated, piked, poniarded, pricked.

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