Word adjective
nominated
adj.
US /ˈnɑməˌneɪtəd/ UK /nˈɒmɪnˌeɪtɪd/ nom·i·nat·ed
Definition
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
describes someone who has been officially suggested for a prize or job but has not won yet.
functioning as a participial adjective to describe a person or entity that has received a formal nomination.
Simple“The nominated actors waited nervously for the winner to be announced.”
In context“The nominated works were displayed in the main gallery, allowing the public to view the finalists before the jury reached a final decision.”
Synonymsshortlistedselected
Real-world usage
“She was the voice of Dot in A Bug’s Life, and was nominated for a Grammy for her work on the film.”
“He was nominated for the PL2 Player of the Season award and the new Fulham manager, Álvaro Arbeloa, has been picking him in pre-season.”
This entry
Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Common
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