staged
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
v.to organize and produce a public event, like a protest or a show.
v.to organize and present a public event or performance. Transitive; requires a direct object.
Simple“The workers staged a protest outside the factory to demand better pay.”
In context“The local community group staged a series of charity concerts throughout the summer to raise funds for the new library wing.”
- 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
adj.planned or organized in secret but made to look like it happened by accident.
adj.intentionally performed or contrived while being presented as authentic or spontaneous.
Simple“Critics argued that the viral video was staged and not a real accident.”
In context“The political rally appeared spontaneous, but leaked documents later revealed that every interaction had been carefully staged for the cameras.”
SynonymsAntonyms - 03 C1 Advanced
adj.related to a play or a performance on a stage.
adj.intended for or adapted to the stage in a theatrical context.
Simple“The author gave a staged reading of her new play at the local theatre.”
In context“The director opted for a staged interpretation of the poem, using minimalist lighting and three actors to represent different voices.”
Synonymstheatricaldramatized
“The event will be staged in locations around the UK in future years.”
“Daniel introduced Musgrave to Harman last year, when the composer’s opera Mary, Queen of Scots was staged at English National Opera.”