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Definition of rigged

rigged

/ɹɪɡd/
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• adjective

1

Dishonestly arranged, manipulated, or controlled in advance so as to guarantee a predetermined outcome or unfair advantage.

Example

"The investigation revealed that the carnival game was rigged to prevent players from winning the grand prize."

2

Equipped or fitted with a specific arrangement of sails, masts, ropes, or mechanical gear (often used in combination).

Example

"The square-rigged tall ship sailed gracefully into the harbor."

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• Rhymes for rigged

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the verb 'rig', which entered late Middle English (probably from a Scandinavian source akin to Norwegian 'rigga', meaning to bind or wrap up) originally in reference to outfitting a sailing ship with ropes and tackle.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Rigged. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/rigged
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