What is another word for designated?

Pronunciation: [dˈɛzɪɡnˌe͡ɪtɪd] (IPA)

Designated refers to the act of assigning or appointing a particular person, place, or thing to a specific task or purpose. Synonyms for the word designated include: appointed, chosen, selected, named, specified, assigned, entrusted, commissioned, allocated, reserved, determined, earmarked, marked, delegated, authorized, certified, and endorsed. These synonyms can be used interchangeably with designated, depending on the context. Whether it is a designated driver, designated hitter, or designated area, the word carries the sense of being designated for a particular purpose or use. By using synonyms for designated, one can add subtle nuances and diversity in language to express similar meanings.

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What are the opposite words for designated?

Designated refers to the selection or assignment of a specific person or thing for a particular purpose. Antonyms for designated could include undesignated, unassigned, unspecified, and unclassified. Undesignated implies a lack of specific assignment or labeling, while unassigned suggests a task that is available, but has yet to be assigned. Unspecified connotes a lack of detail or clarity in regards to a chosen object, activity, or place. Finally, unclassified indicates ambiguity or uncertainty in identifying the specific designation of an object, individual or idea. By understanding these antonyms, one can have a better grasp of the various shades of meaning that the word "designated" can carry.

Usage examples for Designated

But nowhere in the New Testament is the name by which He is designated bestowed upon any earthly minister by virtue of his office.
"The Expositor's Bible: The Book of Exodus"
G. A. Chadwick
By a superhuman effort of will Marston had composed his features, and as he halted a little to one side of The Prince's head, he was smiling, if the incongruous facial expression he now assumed could be designated that way.
"The Man from Jericho"
Edwin Carlile Litsey
As a result, much of the money designated for aid to Fairfax County was never applied for.
"Frying Pan Farm"
Elizabeth Brown Pryor

Famous quotes with Designated

  • The 'transition' involves the transfer of power from one president to another. In recent times, the incoming President has designated a Director of the Transition, a team leader, to oversee and administer the orderly transfer of power.
    Richard V. Allen
  • A person who has sympathy for mankind in the lump, faith in its future progress, and desire to serve the great cause of this progress, should be called not a humanist, but a humanitarian, and his creed may be designated as humanitarianism.
    Irving Babbitt
  • On the other hand, the waging of peace as a science, as an art, is in its infancy. But we can trace its growth, its steady progress, and the time will come when there will be particular individuals designated to assume responsibility for and leadership of this movement.
    Fredrik Bajer
  • The problem with the designated driver programme, it's not a desirable job. But if you ever get sucked into doing it, have fun with it. At then end of the night drop them off at the wrong house.
    Jeff Bridges
  • The countless number of influential figures in American history who are of Caribbean heritage indicates the need to set aside a designated time to celebrate their contribution to our country.
    Eliot Engel

Related words: American League, National League, designated hitter rule, MLB commissioner

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