coordinated

1 of 2

adjective

Synonyms of coordinatednext
: able to use more than one set of muscle movements to a single end
a well-coordinated athlete

coordinated

2 of 2

past tense and past participle of coordinate entry 2

Examples of coordinated in a Sentence

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Adjective
In humanoid robotics, this approach can help develop coordinated movements that account for the robot’s body dynamics and interactions with external objects. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 20 Oct. 2026 Today, after decades of coordinated efforts and millions of dollars spent on captive breeding and reintroduction efforts, more than 300 condors have been restored to their natural environment. — David Ginsburg, The Conversation, 20 Oct. 2026 The coordinated bra and low-rise Y2K-style skirt featured a butterfly motif at the bust and hips, with a black skirt featuring a thigh-high slit. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 19 Oct. 2026 The zip-up jacket and wide-leg pants have a coordinated look, and the contrast piping adds just enough detail to keep the set from feeling like basic gym wear. — Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 18 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for coordinated

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1885, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of coordinated was in 1885

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“Coordinated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/coordinated. Accessed 24 Oct. 2026.

Medical Definition

coordinated

adjective
: able to use more than one set of muscle movements to a single end
a well-coordinated athlete

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