expressed
UK: ɪkˈsprɛst | US: ɪkˈsprɛst
vt. conveyed or communicated (thoughts, feelings, or ideas) in words, art, or action
adj. clearly stated or shown; explicit
The word "expressed" originates from the Latin expressus, the past participle of exprimere ("to press out, represent"). It combines ex- ("out") + premere ("to press"), reflecting the idea of forcing something outward—whether emotions, thoughts, or physical forms. Over time, it evolved in Middle English (via Old French expresser) to emphasize clarity in communication. The suffix -ed marks it as a verb in past tense or as an adjective (e.g., "an expressed opinion").
She expressed her gratitude with a heartfelt letter.
The artist expressed his vision through bold brushstrokes.
The contract terms must be expressed clearly to avoid confusion.
His face expressed disbelief when he heard the news.
The gene is highly expressed in liver cells.