aligned

[uh-lahynd]

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.

verb

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

Other Word Forms

• unaligned adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of aligned¹

align ( def. ) + -ed ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

Whether the justices are prepared to accept that those powers might one day be in the hands of someone with whom they are not so ideologically aligned is another story.

From Salon

Chastain voiced her opposition to the postponement Wednesday on Instagram, writing that she and Apple were “not aligned on the decision to pause the release of The Savant.”

From Los Angeles Times

While Carr did not explicitly cite Project 2025 when pressuring ABC affiliates, many of his actions aligned directly with the strategies and powers he outlined in that playbook.

From Salon

"Whether it will be enough on Saturday remains to be seen, but when fans and players are aligned, magical things can happen."

From BBC

So, this project is completely aligned with the course for justice and for taking a stand and speaking your truth.

From Los Angeles Times

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