Aligned Definition & Meaning

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Synonyms 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.

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

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“We have a strategic fundraising roadmap, raising the right capital for the right goals at each stage, while staying aligned with the best-fit investor,” he said at the time.

From The Wall Street Journal

MFN pricing refers to a policy where drug prices are aligned with the lowest prices paid for the same drugs in other developed nations.

From Barron's

“This structure ensures that Mr. Cohen’s incentives are directly aligned with creating long-term value for GameStop’s stockholders,” the company said in a press release.

From Barron's

“This structure ensures that Mr. Cohen’s incentives are directly aligned with creating long-term value for GameStop’s stockholders,” the company said in a press release.

From Barron's

Thomas Frank is adamant key figures at Tottenham are "completely aligned" about his future at the troubled Premier League club.

From Barron's

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