Past tense of vest
regular verb
The past tense of vest is vested. The past participle is also vested.
Forms of vest
| Base form (V1) | vest /vɛst/ |
|---|---|
| Past tense (V2) | vested /ˈvɛstɪd/ |
| Past participle (V3) | vested /ˈvɛstɪd/ |
| Present participle | vesting |
| Third person singular | vests |
Vested in a sentence
- The power of life and death is vested in the king, or in the courts.
- an estate is vested in possession
- By the power vested in me, I now pronounce you man and wife.From the entry by
- The Pope, vested in mitre and cope, is greeted by a newly created Cardinal.From the entry vested
- All legislative Powers herein granted shall be vested in a Congress of the United States, which shall consist of a Senate and House of Representatives.From the entry vested
Meaning of vest
- noun A sleeveless garment that buttons down the front, worn over a shirt, and often as part of a suit; a waistcoat.
- noun A sleeveless garment, often with a low-cut neck, usually worn under a shirt or blouse.
- noun A sleeveless top, typically with identifying colours or logos, worn by an athlete or member of a sports team.
Questions about the past tense of vest
- What is the past tense of vest?
- The past tense of vest is vested.
- What is the past participle of vest?
- The past participle of vest is vested.
- Is vest a regular or irregular verb?
- Vest is a regular verb: its past tense adds -ed.
Source and license
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