nominated
adj. US //ˈnɑməˌneɪtəd// UK //nˈɒmɪnˌeɪtɪd// nom·i·nat·ed
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1 having been chosen as a candidate (adj.) B2 Upper Intermediatedescribes 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.
ExampleThe nominated actors waited nervously for the winner to be announced.
ExampleThe nominated works were displayed in the main gallery, allowing the public to view the finalists before the jury reached a final decision.
- shortlisted
- selected