destined

[ des-tind ]

adjective

1. bound for a certain destination:

   a freighter destined for Manila.

2. ordained, appointed, or predetermined to be or do something.
3. liable, planning, or intending to be or do something.

destined

/ ˈdɛstɪnd /

adjective

1. foreordained or certain; meant

   he is destined to be famous

2. usually foll by for heading (towards a specific destination); directed

   a letter destined for Europe

Other Words From

• un·destined adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of destined¹

First recorded in 1590–1600; destine + -ed ²

Example Sentences

Experts suspect some goods are actually destined for Moscow.

From BBC

Bob Toledo told him that he was destined to join the list of players who had great games while sick.

From Los Angeles Times

A studio spokesperson said “Juror #2” was always destined for a streaming release on Max, as deals were made for that at the beginning, and filmmakers were aware of and agreed to the plan.

From Los Angeles Times

Or are the Rams destined to be a .500 team that will miss the playoffs?

From Los Angeles Times

They are now just outside the top 24 in Europe, which means they are destined for pot three in the qualifying draw for the World Cup in the Americas in 2026.

From BBC

Related Words

• coming
• designed
• doomed
• intended