aligned

American

[uh-lahynd] / əˈlaɪnd /

adjective

arranged in a straight line.

The perfectly aligned rows of rubber trees looked like the giant formal garden of an English lord’s manor.
arranged in a specified way.

The term “desktop” typically refers to a computer with a vertically aligned computer case containing the system’s hardware components.
adjusted or synchronized for coordinated functioning; in alignment.

Research has shown that properly aligned tires can save up to 4% on fuel consumption.
The pain may be caused by overuse, injury, excess weight, or an improperly aligned kneecap.
associated or affiliated with a particular group, cause, or ideology.

You can meaningfully communicate your company’s values by donating a portion of your proceeds to an aligned nonprofit organization.
The position requires a doctorate in Public Health or an earned doctorate in a closely aligned discipline.
systematically coordinated.

We will work with your business to identify and manage a strategically aligned portfolio of projects.
(of stars) in an astrologically significant position.

The book captures the highest point of the team’s franchise—the 1982 season—and the aligned stars which made it possible.

verb

the simple past tense and past participle of align.

Other Word Forms

unaligned adjective

Etymology

Origin of aligned

align ( def. ) + -ed ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

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While aligned in principles when he was his assistant, he was already developing his own thinking.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

Standard Life CEO Andy Briggs said the deal will create a stronger company and that both are aligned on their values and culture.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

The metaphorical framework is an obvious fit for corporate life: defined roles and aligned priorities lead to collective success.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

Bloom said its systems are built to support higher-density AI workloads more efficiently, with a technology platform aligned to emerging standards such as 800 V dc.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

He needed to take the wheel to the bicycle shop and get it aligned with the machine they had down there.

From "Slam!" by Walter Dean Myers

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