C1verb formal 3K

Designate

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈdezɪɡneɪt/","/ˈdezɪɡneɪts/","/ˈdezɪɡneɪtɪd/","/ˈdezɪɡneɪtɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈdezɪɡneɪt/","/ˈdezɪɡneɪts/","/ˈdezɪɡneɪtɪd/","/ˈdezɪɡneɪtɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Designate

to say officially that somebody/something has a particular character or name; to describe somebody/something in a particular way

In simple words: To choose someone or something for a specific role or purpose.

Designate in a sentence

• The committee will designate a spokesperson for the press conference.
• She was designated as the team leader due to her experience.
• The government designated this area as a national park.
• They designated several streets for the parade route.
• The official will designate the person responsible for the project.

How to use Designate

Used in formal contexts, often in official settings or documents. Not suitable for casual conversation. Commonly used in legal, academic, or organizational contexts.

Grammar pattern

designate + object

Memory hint

Sounds like 'design-ate' — imagine a designer picking a specific color for a project.

Related words

Collocations with Designate

• formally
• officially
• specially
• for
• formally
• officially
• specially
• for

Synonyms for Designate

• appoint
• nominate
• assign
• select
• identify

Opposites of Designate

• reject
• disregard

Common mistakes with Designate

• Confusing 'designate' with 'design' which means to create or plan.
• Using 'designate' as a noun instead of a verb.
• Incorrectly placing 'designate' before the subject in a sentence.

Frequently asked questions about Designate

What does Designate mean?

To choose someone or something for a specific role or purpose.

What is the definition of Designate?

to say officially that somebody/something has a particular character or name; to describe somebody/something in a particular way

How do you use Designate in a sentence?

The committee will designate a spokesperson for the press conference.

Can you give another example of Designate?

She was designated as the team leader due to her experience.

What are synonyms for Designate?

Common alternatives include appoint, nominate, assign, select, identify.

What is the opposite of Designate?

Opposite meanings include reject, disregard.

What words go with Designate?

It commonly pairs with formally, officially, specially, for, formally, officially, specially, for.

What are common mistakes when using Designate?

Confusing 'designate' with 'design' which means to create or plan. Using 'designate' as a noun instead of a verb. Incorrectly placing 'designate' before the subject in a sentence.

How do you pronounce Designate?

US: /["/ˈdezɪɡneɪt/","/ˈdezɪɡneɪts/","/ˈdezɪɡneɪtɪd/","/ˈdezɪɡneɪtɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ˈdezɪɡneɪt/","/ˈdezɪɡneɪts/","/ˈdezɪɡneɪtɪd/","/ˈdezɪɡneɪtɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Designate formal or informal?

"Designate" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Designate?

Used in formal contexts, often in official settings or documents. Not suitable for casual conversation. Commonly used in legal, academic, or organizational contexts.

What CEFR level is Designate?

"Designate" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.