aligned

American  

[uh-lahynd] / əˈlaɪnd /

adjective

1. arranged in a straight line.

   The perfectly aligned rows of rubber trees looked like the giant formal garden of an English lord’s manor.

2. arranged in a specified way.

   The term “desktop” typically refers to a computer with a vertically aligned computer case containing the system’s hardware components.

3. adjusted or synchronized for coordinated functioning; in alignment.

   Research has shown that properly aligned tires can save up to 4% on fuel consumption.

   The pain may be caused by overuse, injury, excess weight, or an improperly aligned kneecap.

4. associated or affiliated with a particular group, cause, or ideology.

   You can meaningfully communicate your company’s values by donating a portion of your proceeds to an aligned nonprofit organization.

   The position requires a doctorate in Public Health or an earned doctorate in a closely aligned discipline.

5. systematically coordinated.

   We will work with your business to identify and manage a strategically aligned portfolio of projects.

6. (of stars) in an astrologically significant position.

   The book captures the highest point of the team’s franchise—the 1982 season—and the aligned stars which made it possible.

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verb

1. the simple past tense and past participle of align.

Other Word Forms

• unaligned adjective

Etymology

Origin of aligned

align ( def. ) + -ed ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

This shift is more easily accomplished if our intentions are aligned with our values.

From The Wall Street Journal

Wales international Johnson's talks with Glasner will centre around the player's role in the team and the club's future and ambitions to ensure all parties are aligned.

From BBC

Certain domestic brands aligned with subsidy programs may continue to outperform even as broader consumption remains subdued.

From Barron's

“We and that particular investor are pretty closely aligned on the most important themes,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal

Herro favors companies where the interests of managers are aligned with shareholders via personal stakes in the company and the right pay incentives.

From MarketWatch

Related Words

• matched