Vested Definition & Meaning

vested
adjective
  1. fixed and absolute and without contingency; "a vested right"

"Vested" in song lyrics

See how vested is used in real songs:

  • "Slugs burn, so naturally thugs learn to stay vested"
    The Beatnuts f/ Cheryl 'Pepsi' Riley, Dead Prez — Look Around
  • "Self appointed judge with power vested"
    Brother Ali — Pedigree
  • "And wasn't ever bullet proof vested"
    Chuck D — Generation Wrekked

Usage tips for "vested"

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