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aligned

uh-LYND

Aligned (adj) means Arranged in a straight line, or in agreement with something else. Example: “The picture frames are perfectly aligned along the wall.”

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Arranged in a straight line, or in agreement with something else.
"The picture frames are perfectly aligned along the wall."
"Their business strategies are closely aligned with market trends."

How to use aligned

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishLined up correctly, or in agreement/cooperation with something.

Common pairings
closely aligned well aligned aligned with goals

Word forms

more aligned comparative, most aligned superlative

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Frequently asked questions

What does “aligned” mean?

The word “aligned” means arranged in a straight line, or in agreement with something else. In plain terms, lined up correctly, or in agreement/cooperation with something.

How do you pronounce “aligned”?

“Aligned” is pronounced uh-LYND (/əˈlaɪnd/ in IPA).

How do you use “aligned” in a sentence?

Here is “aligned” used in a sentence: “The picture frames are perfectly aligned along the wall.”

What part of speech is “aligned”?

“Aligned” is an adjective.

Is “aligned” a common word?

“Aligned” is a fairly common word in modern English.

What is the difference between "aligned" and "aligned with"?

"Aligned" alone can describe a physical state, such as objects arranged in a straight line. "Aligned with" pairs it with a preposition to describe agreement or cooperation with another person, idea, or goal, as in "aligned with the company's values."

Is "aligned" used only for physical arrangement?

No, "aligned" is used both literally, for things positioned in a straight line, and figuratively, for being in agreement with something else, such as strategies or opinions.

What is the difference between "aligned" and "align"?

"Align" is the base verb, while "aligned" is its past tense and past participle form, used to describe something that has already been arranged in a line or brought into agreement.

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