English · Common Verbs
gotten
/ˈɡɒtən/
[/ˈɡɒtən/]
past participle of get (American)
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Definition
Past participle of 'get', used mainly in American English with 'have' to show obtaining or change.
Example
The weather has gotten much colder this week, so I finally pulled out my winter coat.
The weather has gotten much colder this week, so I finally pulled out my winter coat.
Etymology
From Old Norse 'geta' (to obtain); 'gotten' preserves an older English participle now common in American usage.
How & Where It’s Used
Standard past participle in American English; British English usually prefers 'got'.