oriented

verb

Definition of orientednext
past tense of orient
as in introduced
to impart knowledge of a new thing or situation to a training program to orient new employees to the requirements and dimensions of the job

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Recent Examples of oriented Let yourself be led with heart by doing things that are healthy, mature, and growth-oriented and let go of thinking that being ready is a feeling. — Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Aug. 2026 For our firm, the philosophy is relationship-focused and team-oriented. — Amy Powell, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026 In 2020, activists launched a campaign to defund the police department, although it was regarded as relatively progressive and community-oriented. — Michael Powell, The Atlantic, 30 July 2026 With a clear sense of purpose, Brian's vision remains firmly oriented toward the development of healthcare systems that equip clinicians with the clarity and precision required for informed decision-making. — Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 30 July 2026 Sporting hopes linger Some candidates’ thoughts for the future of Arrowhead stadium are aligned with their ongoing reactions to the teams’ exit, as well as hopes to keep Truman oriented to sports in the future. — Ilana Arougheti july 28, Kansas City Star, 28 July 2026 Structured around 25-minute cycles with staggered start times, the platform allows audiences to enter and exit freely, with programming updated monthly across family-friendly and adult-oriented categories. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 28 July 2026 Lessons on human resources being more company-oriented than human is another pearl of wisdom from Reddy, who clearly has a knack for corporate culture. — David John Chávez, Mercury News, 17 July 2026 It’s designed to be transit-oriented, as the grounds between the Santa Monica Pier and Bay Street will be steps from the E Line terminus, several major bus routes and a bike valet service. — Los Angeles Times, 16 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for oriented
  1. introduced
  2. orientated
  3. educated
Verb
  • The 60-year-old Berg, who will divest his ownership interest in LAFC, will be officially introduced on Tuesday at MLS headquarters in New York.
    — Anne M. Peterson, Chicago Tribune, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The March 2025 law introduced a two-generation limit, cutting out his siblings.
    — Julia Buckley, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of introduced
Verb
  • In contrast to this, in regions dominated by shock waves, magnetic fields are orientated at tangents.
    — Robert Lea, Space.com, 21 July 2026
  • They are known for their easygoing nature and generosity, and many tend to be sonically orientated and therefore musically inclined.
    — Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 5 Nov. 2025
Definition of orientated
Verb
  • This is, of course, a significant departure from Tony Blair’s aim of creating a modern workforce that was largely university-educated.
    — Roger Trapp, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
  • Parents who themselves are college-educated are the most likely to expect to spend more on items for after-school activities, about $503 on average, compared to $207 among parents without college degrees.
    — Emily Guskin, ABC News, 31 July 2026
Definition of educated

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“Oriented.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/oriented. Accessed 6 Aug. 2026.

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