geared

[ɡɪrd]

geared Definition

• 1. designed or intended for a particular purpose or job
• 2. adjusted or adapted to suit a particular purpose or situation

Using geared: Examples

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

• Example

  The course is geared towards beginners.

• Example

  The company's strategy is geared towards expansion in the Asian market.

• Example

  The training program is geared to improve employees' skills.

• Example

  The car is geared for high-speed driving.

geared Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for geared

• adapted
• suited
• tailored
• customized
• aimed

Antonyms for geared

• unsuited
• unfitting
• inappropriate

Phrases with geared

• gear up

  to prepare oneself or others for something that is about to happen

  Example

  We need to gear up for the busy holiday season.

• gear down

  to reduce the speed or intensity of something

  Example

  The company had to gear down production due to a shortage of raw materials.

• gear towards

  to focus on or direct something towards a particular goal or purpose

  Example

  The new marketing campaign is geared towards attracting younger customers.

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Summary: geared in Brief

The adjective 'geared' [ɡɪrd] describes something that is designed or adjusted for a specific purpose or situation. It can refer to courses, strategies, training programs, and even cars. The phrase 'gear up' means to prepare for something, while 'gear down' means to reduce speed or intensity. 'Gear towards' means to focus on a particular goal or purpose.