To pronounce "purveyed", say PURV-ey-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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PURV-ey-ed
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"purveyed" has 3 syllables: purv-ey-ed. It rhymes with dismayed and accolade, if that helps it stick.
Sounds exactly like: pervade — easy to mix up when writing.
verb
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"Purveyed" has 3 syllables: purv · ey · ed.
Purveyed: To prepare in advance (for or to do something); to plan, make provision.
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