Geflügelte

Geflügelte is a German adjective meaning "winged." It is derived from the noun "Geflügel," which means "poultry" or "winged animals." The adjective describes anything that possesses wings, whether literally or figuratively.

In a literal sense, "geflügelte" can refer to birds, insects, or any creature that has wings and can fly. For example, a "geflügelte Insekt" is a winged insect, and a "geflügelte Katze" is a mythical winged cat.

Figuratively, "geflügelte" can describe something that is swift, agile, or has a light, airy quality. For instance, a "geflügelte Idee" is a brilliant or inspired idea that comes quickly, and "geflügelte Worte" are eloquent or memorable sayings that are easily spread and remembered.

The term can also be used in specific contexts. In heraldry, for example, "geflügelt" is used to describe the wings of an animal depicted on a coat of arms. In literature and mythology, winged beings, such as angels or mythical creatures, are often described as "geflügelt."

The opposite of "geflügelt" is "ungeflügelt," meaning "wingless." This adjective would describe creatures or objects that lack wings. The concept of "geflügelt" emphasizes movement, freedom, and often transcendence, connecting the physical act of flight with metaphorical concepts of speed and imagination.