capped

• Describe algo que tiene un límite superior o que está cubierto con una tapa o casquete; se usa a menudo en contextos financieros o deportivos.

Describes something that has an upper limit or is covered with a cap; often used in financial or sporting contexts.

1. Having a top or coverB1formal

   Fitted with a cap or lid.

   con tapa

   • The bottle is capped tightly to prevent leakage.
   • The capped pen is ready for use.
   • The capped syringe was disposed of safely.

   Sinónimoscoveredliddedsealedtopped

2. Limited or restrictedB2formal

   Having an upper limit or maximum.

   limitado, con tope

   • The company's expenses are capped at $10,000 per month.
   • The number of participants is capped at 50.
   • Interest rates on the loan are capped at 5%.

   Sinónimosboundedcircumscribedlimitedrestricted

   Antónimoslimitlessuncappedunlimitedunrestricted

3. Tooth coveringB2informal

   Having a dental crown (a cap placed over a tooth).

   Con corona dental

   • He has a capped tooth from a previous injury.
   • The dentist recommended a capped molar to protect it.
   • Her capped teeth look very natural.

   Sinónimoscrowned

• Verbo que se usa para indicar la acción de establecer un límite o restricción sobre algo, o de cubrir la parte superior de algo.

A verb used to indicate the act of putting a limit or ceiling on something, or covering the top of something.

1. Cover or topA2formal

   To put a lid or cover on something.

   Poner una tapa o cubierta

   • She capped the bottle after drinking.
   • He capped the pen and put it in his pocket.
   • The workers capped the pipe to prevent leaks.

   Sinónimoscovercrownsurmounttop

   Antónimosexposeopenremoveuncover

2. Limit or restrictB2formal

   To set an upper limit on something, such as spending, prices, or numbers.

   Poner un límite superior a

   • The government capped the price of fuel.
   • The company capped bonuses at $10,000.
   • The university capped enrollment at 5,000 students.

   Sinónimosceilingcheckconstraincurblimitrestrict

3. Outdo or surpassB2informal

   To follow something with something even better or more impressive.

   Superar, sobrepasar

   • She capped her performance with a stunning encore.
   • He capped his speech with a surprising announcement.
   • The team capped their winning season with a championship title.

   Sinónimosbeatbettercrownexceedoutclassoutdooutshinesurpasstoptrump

   Antónimosbombfailflopunderperform

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