designate
/ˈdezɪɡneɪt/
des · ig · nate
ˈdez · ɪɡ · neɪt
English Definition
v. choose for a purpose
Significado en Español
designar, nombrar
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
chỉ định, bổ nhiệm
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Example Sentence
She was designated as leader.
她被任命为领导。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
de(make)+sign(mark)+ate(make)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Which of the following is the best synonym for the word “designate”?
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A
Appoint
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B
Reflect
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C
Ignore
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D
Revoke
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A — Appoint.
“designate” means v. choose for a purpose
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
The teacher will ______ one student to lead each small group.
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A
designate
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B
ignore
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C
dismiss
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D
remove
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A — designate.
“designate” means v. choose for a purpose
Common questions about “designate”
What does “designate” mean?
designate — v. choose for a purpose. In Chinese: 指定，任命.
How do you pronounce “designate”?
designate is pronounced /ˈdezɪɡneɪt/. It breaks into 3 syllables: des · ig · nate.
How do you use “designate” in a sentence?
She was designated as leader. (她被任命为领导。)
What are synonyms for “designate”?
appoint, name — all close in meaning to designate (v. choose for a purpose).
Is “designate” an ISEE Lower-level word?
Yes. designate appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “designate”?
de(make)+sign(mark)+ate(make)
