Chequered
adjective
Having a pattern of squares of different colors, typically used to describe fabric or surfaces.
The tablecloth was made from a beautiful chequered fabric in red and white.
Usage tips
Neutral
chequered pattern, chequered fabric, chequered board
adjective
Used to describe a situation or life experience characterized by many different and often contrasting events or outcomes.
Her chequered career included both success and setbacks.
Usage tips
Neutral
chequered life, chequered history, chequered career
adjective
Having a pattern of squares of different colors, typically used to describe fabric or surfaces.
The tablecloth was made from a beautiful chequered fabric in red and white.
Usage tips
Neutral
chequered pattern, chequered fabric, chequered board
adjective
Used to describe a situation or life experience characterized by many different and often contrasting events or outcomes.
Her chequered career included both success and setbacks.
Usage tips
Neutral
chequered life, chequered history, chequered career
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Contextual
Chequered can be used literally or metaphorically in descriptions.
She has a chequered history in her career, which means she has both good and bad experiences.
Pro Tip 2/3Literary
'Chequered' often appears in poetic contexts to evoke imagery.
The chequered past of the character added depth to the novel.
Pro Tip 3/3Positive-Negative
Recognize that 'chequered' can imply both positive and negative elements.
His chequered past includes both celebrated achievements and disappointing failures.
Pro Tip 1/3Contextual
Chequered can be used literally or metaphorically in descriptions.
She has a chequered history in her career, which means she has both good and bad experiences.
Pro Tip 2/3Literary
'Chequered' often appears in poetic contexts to evoke imagery.
The chequered past of the character added depth to the novel.
Pro Tip 3/3Positive-Negative
Recognize that 'chequered' can imply both positive and negative elements.
His chequered past includes both celebrated achievements and disappointing failures.
Pro Tip 1/3Contextual
Chequered can be used literally or metaphorically in descriptions.
She has a chequered history in her career, which means she has both good and bad experiences.
Pro Tip 2/3Literary
'Chequered' often appears in poetic contexts to evoke imagery.
The chequered past of the character added depth to the novel.
Pro Tip 3/3Positive-Negative
Recognize that 'chequered' can imply both positive and negative elements.
His chequered past includes both celebrated achievements and disappointing failures.
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