rented
Translation
rented, hired
Examples
They live in a rented apartment.
They live in a rented flat.
Grammar Patterns
a ((rented)) ((noun)) something that has been rented. They live in a rented flat.
Similar Words
Synonyms: leased, hired; Antonyms: owned
Etymology
The past participle of the verb 'to rent'. The '-ed' suffix indicates a past action or a state resulting from an action.
Memory Tips
If something is 'rented', it means someone is paying to use it, not that they own it. The '-ed' shows it has been affected by the action of renting.