Word
engineered
Phoneticsen·gi·neered, stress on the third syllable
US/ˌɛndʒəˈniɹd/
UK/ˌɛndʒɪnˈiəd/
Definitions
01designed and built
B2 · Upper Intermediate Science
v. designed and built something using scientific or technical skills.
v. designed, constructed, or managed according to engineering principles. Transitive — requires a direct object.
“The bridge was engineered to withstand very strong winds and earthquakes.”
“The aerospace firm engineered the new propulsion system to maximise fuel efficiency while significantly reducing carbon emissions during takeoff.”
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02carefully planned a result
C1 · Advanced Formal
v. carefully planned or controlled a situation to make sure a specific thing happened.
v. skilfully or deviously arranged for something to occur. Often carries a connotation of strategic manipulation.
“She engineered a meeting with the CEO to discuss her new ideas.”
“The diplomat carefully engineered a ceasefire by addressing the primary security concerns of both factions behind closed doors.”
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03technically manufactured
B2 · Upper Intermediate Technology Technical
adj. made or modified using technical methods rather than occurring naturally.
adj. produced or modified through deliberate technical or genetic intervention.
“The company uses engineered wood because it is stronger than natural timber.”
“Engineered crops have allowed farmers in arid regions to maintain high yields despite increasingly frequent periods of drought.”
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Real-World Examples
“The continent’s railways and roads “were engineered for a climate that no longer exists,” one expert said.” “In fact, researchers said these engineered EVs could function similarly to cancer CAR T-cell therapies that are made from a patient's own immune system T cells.” Word family
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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