Nominated: meaning, definitions and examples

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nominated

 

[ หˆnษ‘หmษ™neษชtษชd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

official selection

To be nominated means to be formally suggested for a position, honor, or award. This term is often used in the context of awards ceremonies, such as the Oscars or the Grammys, where individuals are nominated for their achievements in performance or music. Nominations can also occur in political contexts, where candidates are put forward for an office or position. The process of nomination typically involves a group or committee reviewing candidates and making a decision about whom to recommend.

Synonyms

appointed, proposed, recommended, suggested.

Examples of usage

  • She was nominated for Best Actress.
  • He was nominated as a candidate for mayor.
  • The film received several nominations.
  • They nominated him for the leadership position.

Translations

Translations of the word "nominated" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น nomeado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ nominado

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช nominiert

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dinominasikan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะพะผั–ะฝะพะฒะฐะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ nominowany

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆŒ‡ๅใ•ใ‚ŒใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท nominรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ nominado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท aday gรถsterilen

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ง€๋ช…๋œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุฑุดุญ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nominovanรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ nominovanรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆๅ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ nominiran

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ nominated

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฝะพะผะธะฝะฐั†ะธัะปะฐะฝา“ะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒœแƒแƒ›แƒ˜แƒœแƒ˜แƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ namizษ™dษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ nominado

Etymology

The word 'nominated' originates from the Latin word 'nominare,' which means 'to name or appoint.' The concept of nomination has roots in ancient Rome, where individuals were named for various public offices. Over time, the term evolved to encompass not only political appointments but also recognitions in arts and sciences. In the English language, the word began to be used more prominently in the 19th century, particularly in the context of award ceremonies and formal recognitions. Today, nomination is a critical part of many professional fields, including entertainment, politics, and academia, and it signifies a recognition of merit and achievement.

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,607 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.