coordinated

adjective

co·​or·​di·​nat·​ed kō-ˈȯr-də-ˌnā-təd How to pronounce coordinated (audio)
: able to use more than one set of muscle movements to a single end
a well-coordinated athlete

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Therefore, lessening the impact of food production on the planet while also making enough to feed the global population will take planning and a coordinated effort among nations, Hicks said. Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 2 Oct. 2025 The federal government is once again engaged in a coordinated campaign to silence critics in the government, the media, the judiciary, academia, and the entertainment industry. Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 1 Oct. 2025 The monochromatic buttons and cohesive shade pair beautifully with suede ballet flats, giving you that chic, coordinated vibe without trying too hard. Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 30 Sep. 2025 Carey, who often works with stylist and designer Wilfredo Rosado, accessorized her dramatic look with coordinated silver bracelets with diamonds. Julia Teti, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for coordinated

Word History

First Known Use

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 10 Oct. 2025.

Medical Definition

coordinated

adjective
co·​or·​di·​nat·​ed -ᵊn-ˌāt-əd How to pronounce coordinated (audio)
: able to use more than one set of muscle movements to a single end
a well-coordinated athlete

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