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designated

[ˈdɛzɪɡneɪtɪd]

designated Definition

  • 1appointed to a specific position or purpose
  • 2marked or indicated for a specific purpose

Using designated: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "designated" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The designated driver is responsible for getting everyone home safely.

  • Example

    This area is designated as a wildlife sanctuary.

  • Example

    The designated smoking area is outside the building.

designated Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for designated

Phrases with designated

  • a baseball player who bats in place of the pitcher and does not play a defensive role

    Example

    The designated hitter rule is used in American League baseball games.

  • a person chosen to remain in a secure location during an event in which the president and other officials are gathered, in case of an attack or disaster that kills or incapacitates them

    Example

    The designated survivor was taken to a secure location during the State of the Union address.

  • a specific path or course that is marked or indicated for a particular purpose, such as travel or transportation

    Example

    The designated route for the parade was lined with spectators.

Origins of designated

from Latin 'designatus', past participle of 'designare', meaning 'to mark out'

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Summary: designated in Brief

The term 'designated' [ˈdɛzɪɡneɪtɪd] refers to something that has been appointed or marked for a specific purpose. It can refer to people, as in 'The designated driver is responsible for getting everyone home safely,' or places, as in 'This area is designated as a wildlife sanctuary.' Other examples include 'designated hitter,' 'designated survivor,' and 'designated route.'