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copyrighted

Pronunciation: [ˈkɒpiraɪtɪd]

Word

Learn how to use copyrighted in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “law”

(adjective) when something, like a book, song, or artwork, is protected by copyright. This means that the creator has the exclusive rights to use and distribute it. If something is copyrighted, you can't use it without permission.

Example

The artist felt proud that her painting was copyrighted and protected from being copied.

Example

He used a copyrighted song in his video without asking for permission, which is not allowed.

Example

Is this material copyrighted, or can I use it freely?

Context: “law”

(verb) to officially claim copyright on a creative work, like when an author registers their book with a copyright office. This lets others know that this work belongs to the creator.

Example

She copyrighted her book before publishing it to protect her rights.

Example

He didn't copyright his screenplay and someone else used his ideas.

Example

Did you copyright your artwork after finishing it?

How to pronounce copyrighted

Pronunciation: [ˈkɒpiraɪtɪd]

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