Synonyms of penned

penned 1 of 3

adjective

as in enclosed

Related Words

• enclosed
• caged
• imprisoned
• chained
• bolted
• caught
• anchored
• tied
• confined
• immured
• leashed
• bound
• restrained
• fettered
• fastened
• shackled
• manacled
• kidnapped
• unfree

Dissimilar Words

• free
• loose
• escaped
• unrestrained
• unbound
• unconfined
• unleashed
• footloose
• unfettered
• unchained
• uncaged

penned

2 of 3

verb (1)

past tense of pen

as in housed

to close or shut in by or as if by barriers

remember to pen up the dogs when visitors come over

Synonyms & Similar Words

• housed
• included
• enclosed
• encased
• surrounded
• confined
• caged
• enveloped
• corralled
• hedged
• contained
• hemmed (in)
• closeted
• fenced (in)
• immured
• walled (in)
• boxed (in)
• cooped (up)
• encaged
• bounded
• restricted
• encompassed
• limited
• mewed (up)
• encapsulated
• circumscribed
• encircled
• ringed
• framed
• enfolded
• cocooned
• armored
• encysted
• enframed
• enlaced
• encapsuled
• ensheathed
• enwombed
• ensphered

penned

3 of 3

verb (2)

past tense of pen

as in wrote

to compose and set down on paper the words of

though relatively unknown at the time of his death, the composer had penned some of the most memorable show tunes of his era

Synonyms & Similar Words

• wrote
• authored
• composed
• scribbled
• recorded
• crafted
• printed
• scratched (out)
• typed
• formulated
• signed
• drafted
• rewrote
• prepared
• revised
• redrafted
• transcribed
• lettered
• recast
• framed
• cast
• drew up
• worded
• phrased
• autographed
• couched
• expressed
• penciled (in)
• typewrote
• registered
• put
• took down

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of penned

Adjective

Meanwhile, fashion designer Stella McCartney penned sombr’s tribute, connecting the young artist’s musical upbringing and praising his ability to turn those influences into something that is vastly his own. — Alicia Urrea, Billboard, 30 Sep. 2026

According to the outlets, the complaint alleges Kristin Wert was struck from behind, thrown into the air and trampled after Party Bus escaped the penned area. — Christina Coulter, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026

Writer and vocalist Linda Perry was later inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and penned hits for Pink, Christina Aguilera, and Adele. — Ryan Brennan april 8, Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2026

Michael McGrale also co-penned. — Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 24 Mar. 2026

Verb

Lee’s 1995 version — which starred Emma Thompson, Kate Winslet, Alan Rickman and Hugh Grant — won an Oscar for its script, penned by Thompson, and was also up for best picture. — Kirsten Chuba, HollywoodReporter, 8 Oct. 2026

Rhimes wrote all episodes of the 2023 limited series except one, which was penned by Nardini who also co-wrote another with Rhimes. — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 8 Oct. 2026

Paszkowski penned the distinctive exterior, incorporating layered decks as a nod to Japanese pavilion architecture and a sleek, angular superstructure inspired by a katana. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 7 Oct. 2026

Following defeat in this summer’s World Cup final, the Argentine captain penned a handwritten letter explaining his decision to step down from the national team. — Ben Church, CNN Money, 7 Oct. 2026

This week in Beijing, when asked about the letter penned by France and Germany, a spokesperson at China’s Ministry of Commerce said that the countries should refrain from encouraging the EU to resort to protectionist measures. — ABC News, 7 Oct. 2026

Created and penned by Alexandra Jans with Jan Van Dyck for producers Kato Maes, Kristoffel Mertens and Karlijn Van de Cruys. — Annika Pham, Variety, 6 Oct. 2026

In between his remarks and the judge’s reading of his sentence, Ashley’s friends and family read aloud victim impact statements, including two penned by the Flynns’ daughters, who were not present. — Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 5 Oct. 2026

The Eleventh Circuit’s order echoes another denial penned two weeks ago by Williams. — Austin Horn, Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2026