insured

[ in-shoord, -shurd ]

noun

1. the person, group, or organization whose life or property is covered by an insurance policy.

insured

/ -ˈʃɔːd; ɪnˈʃʊəd /

adjective

1. covered by insurance

   an insured risk

noun

1. the person, persons, or organization covered by an insurance policy

Other Words From

• unin·sured adjective
• well-in·sured adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of insured¹

First recorded in 1675–85; insure + -ed ²

Example Sentences

They are still awaiting information from their trust attorney on whether the home was insured and are researching relief grants they may be eligible for.

From Los Angeles Times

Liability coverage is for losses that the insured person is legally responsible for, such as medical expenses incurred when you are at fault, said Janet Ruiz, director of strategic communication for the Insurance Information Institute.

From Los Angeles Times

Thankfully for Ms Deco, Maligne Lodge was insured, and she hopes to rebuild it before next summer.

From BBC

Most of the damage in Helene and Milton was not insured, particularly from Helene, which made landfall in Florida in late September before flooding western North Carolina.

From Salon

“The policyholder must read the policy. All of it. Every. Single. Page. If they don't understand something, talk with their agent or the company,” said Chantal M. Roberts, author, professor and an expert witness for insurance companies and the insured.

From Salon

Related Words

• guaranteed
• protected