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striated

adjective

/ˈstraɪ.eɪ.tɪd/

Meaning

marked with thin lines, grooves, or stripes

The muscle fibers appeared striated under the microscope.

striped, lined, grooved, banded

plain, smooth

striated muscle, striated rock, striated surface, striated pattern

quiet, restrained, or not openly expressive of feelings

Containing poison; capable of causing illness or death.

Having or showing authority; commanding and self-confident; reliable as a source of information.

Not able to be seen through; not transparent; difficult to understand.

Having the ability to retain things in one's memory; having a good memory.

Restricted in size, amount, or extent; not great in number or ability.