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

Bakery chain Cinnabon terminated its collaboration with The Bachelorette and SLOMW, citing recent developments and allegations surrounding Paul, who they said no longer aligned with the brand's values.

From BBC

“Rebalancing helps prevent portfolios from becoming too concentrated, keeps risk aligned with the target and allows investors to benefit from the natural reversion of an asset class.”

From Barron's

A phenomenon known as the Russell-McPherron effect can make the Northern Lights stronger around the equinoxes, as the Earth's magnetic field is aligned with the incoming solar winds.

From BBC

There are elements in the staircase where the execution is shockingly crude, as in the loosely attached and poorly aligned metal panels capping the stair railing.

From The Wall Street Journal

In its diagnosis, the report found that voltage controls of local energy generators were not fully aligned with those required by the grid operator.

From BBC

Related Words

• matched