oriented

adjective

ori·​ent·​ed ˈȯr-ē-ˌen-təd 

: intellectually, emotionally, or functionally directed

humanistically oriented scholars

market-oriented production

an ecologically oriented approach

is goal oriented

Examples of oriented in a Sentence

The audience was academically oriented.

Recent Examples on the Web

While the Kimpton Seafire is more oriented towards families, those looking for a more hip, younger vibe will find it at Hotel Indigo, the resort’s sister property next door. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026

The goal isn’t automation for its own sake, but continuity—helping families stay oriented even when routines shift. —Jason Phillips, USA Today, 20 Feb. 2026

His approach is extremely pull‑air oriented, truly leaning into pulling fly balls, which drove his power spike in Anaheim. —Derek Vanriper, New York Times, 19 Feb. 2026

These outcomes reflect broader research findings showing that when people feel oriented, safe to contribute and clear on expectations, collective performance improves. —Shahrzad Jalali, Forbes.com, 6 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1925, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing oriented

• object-oriented
• object-oriented programming
• self-oriented

Rhymes for oriented

• assented
• augmented
• cemented
• consented
• contented
• demented
• dissented
• fermented
• indented
• invented
• lamented
• presented

Medical Definition

oriented

adjective

: having psychological orientation

the patient was alert and oriented