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handled

 

[ ˈhandld ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

in a professional setting

To deal with or address a situation, task, or problem in a competent or effective manner.

Synonyms

address, cope with, deal with, manage, tackle.

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Word Description / Examples
handled

Used when referring to how something was managed or taken care of, typically indicating a completed action.

  • The situation was handled smoothly by the team
  • She handled the complaint efficiently
manage

Best used in the context of overseeing, controlling, or maintaining situations, tasks, or people.

  • She manages the entire project team
  • He managed to finish the report on time
deal with

General-purpose expression for managing, handling, or resolving situations or problems.

  • We will deal with customer complaints as they come in
  • She had to deal with a lot of challenges at work
address

Appropriate for situations where attention is given to a problem or issue, usually involving discussion or action to solve it.

  • We need to address the communication problems in our company
  • The mayor addressed the concerns of the citizens
tackle

Used when referring to confronting a difficult problem or challenge head-on, often requiring strong effort or action.

  • We need to tackle the issue of climate change seriously
  • The committee was set up to tackle corruption
cope with

Used in situations involving managing or dealing with stress, difficulties, or challenges effectively.

  • He has learned to cope with stress better
  • How do you cope with the demands of your job?

Examples of usage

  • He handled the difficult client with ease.
  • She handled the project efficiently and on time.
  • The manager knows how to handle stressful situations.
  • They need someone who can handle pressure well.
  • I trust him to handle the negotiations.

Translations

Translations of the word "handled" in other languages:

🇵🇹 manipulado

🇮🇳 संबोधित

🇩🇪 behandelt

🇮🇩 ditangani

🇺🇦 оброблений

🇵🇱 obsłużony

🇯🇵 処理された (しょりされた)

🇫🇷 manipulé

🇪🇸 manejado

🇹🇷 ele alınmış

🇰🇷 처리된 (처리된)

🇸🇦 معالج

🇨🇿 zpracovaný

🇸🇰 spracovaný

🇨🇳 处理过的 (处理过的)

🇸🇮 obdelan

🇮🇸 meðhöndlað

🇰🇿 өңделген

🇬🇪 დამუშავებული

🇦🇿 işlənmiş

🇲🇽 manejado

Etymology

The word 'handled' originated from the Old English word 'handlian', meaning 'to touch or move with the hands'. Over time, it evolved to signify managing or dealing with tasks or situations. The term has been in use for centuries, reflecting the importance of skillfully addressing various challenges and responsibilities.

See also: backhand, deckhand, forehand, hand, handbag, handball, handbook, handbreadth, handcrafted, handcrafting, handcuffs, handful, handgun, handheld, handicap, handicapped, handily, handiwork, handkerchief, handle, handler, handles, handling, handmade, handmake, handover, handpicked, handrail, hands, handwarmer, handwear, handwriting, handy, handycam, handyman, handyperson, offhand, openhandedly, shorthand.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,526, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.