orientated
adjective
ori·en·tat·ed
ˈȯr-ē-ən-ˌtā-təd 
-ˌen-
chiefly British
: oriented
socially orientated activities/people
… I let the young ladies in my school see that male orientated jobs are now available to women.—
Tamia Dow
Tamia Dow… art which does not conform in any way to the standards of self-conscious, audience-orientated high art.—British Book News
British Book NewsIt was a strangely cultural place for a college that was so orientated towards masculinity and athletics.—Michel Ciment
Michel Ciment… the conference's focus was orientated toward the production side of organic farming, which is most beneficial to individual farmers.—Nathan J. Tohtsoni
Nathan J. TohtsoniExamples of orientated in a Sentence
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In Spain, the national team benefits from the homogeneous playing idea, the attacking and technically orientated combination football.
—Philipp Lahm, The Athletic, 24 Mar. 2025
From Ali’s perspective, this story is a quintessential Black ‘Dena story: eco-conscious, family orientated, spiritually vibrant, and lively — even in death.
—Keyaira Kelly, refinery29.com, 16 Jan. 2025
Straight hip-hop orientated and wasn’t looking to make radio-friendly songs or follow any kind of mold.
—Angel Diaz, Billboard, 26 July 2024
There is a spot where a swimming pool could be built in the back of the lot, but the house is orientated toward the street for panoramic views as the eye can see.
—David Caraccio, Sacramento Bee, 6 Feb. 2024
They are known for their easygoing nature and generosity, and many tend to be sonically orientated and therefore musically inclined.
—Zoey Lyttle, Peoplemag, 2 Nov. 2023
Encapsulation sports bras with bra straps that are vertically orientated and wide are preferable for women with large breasts to wear during exercise to minimize bra strap pressure and discomfort.2 Other variations in styles include: Over-the-head versus hook-and-eye closure.
—Esmé Epstein, Health, 16 June 2023
The size of the base center screen has increased from 8.0 to 10.1 inches, and a large, vertically orientated 12.4-inch screen is available.
—Carlos Lago, Car and Driver, 11 May 2023
This type of finance involves minimizing the environmental impact of activities and supporting environmentally orientated businesses, while seeking greater financial prosperity.
—Dmitry Dolgorukov, Forbes, 22 Feb. 2023
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Philipp Lahm, The Athletic, 24 Mar. 2025
From Ali’s perspective, this story is a quintessential Black ‘Dena story: eco-conscious, family orientated, spiritually vibrant, and lively — even in death.
—Keyaira Kelly, refinery29.com, 16 Jan. 2025
Straight hip-hop orientated and wasn’t looking to make radio-friendly songs or follow any kind of mold.
—Angel Diaz, Billboard, 26 July 2024
There is a spot where a swimming pool could be built in the back of the lot, but the house is orientated toward the street for panoramic views as the eye can see.
—David Caraccio, Sacramento Bee, 6 Feb. 2024
They are known for their easygoing nature and generosity, and many tend to be sonically orientated and therefore musically inclined.
—Zoey Lyttle, Peoplemag, 2 Nov. 2023
Encapsulation sports bras with bra straps that are vertically orientated and wide are preferable for women with large breasts to wear during exercise to minimize bra strap pressure and discomfort.2 Other variations in styles include: Over-the-head versus hook-and-eye closure.
—Esmé Epstein, Health, 16 June 2023
The size of the base center screen has increased from 8.0 to 10.1 inches, and a large, vertically orientated 12.4-inch screen is available.
—Carlos Lago, Car and Driver, 11 May 2023
This type of finance involves minimizing the environmental impact of activities and supporting environmentally orientated businesses, while seeking greater financial prosperity.
—Dmitry Dolgorukov, Forbes, 22 Feb. 2023
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“Orientated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/orientated. Accessed 23 Jul. 2025.
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