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aligned
/əˈlaɪnd/
arranged in a straight line or in agreement
The team's goals were aligned with the company's mission.
The team's objectives matched or were in harmony with the company's overall purpose.
general
Arranged in a straight line or parallel position
The soldiers stood aligned in perfect rows.
The soldiers were arranged in straight, parallel lines.
Often used in contexts involving physical arrangement or spatial organization.
general
In agreement or harmony with something else
Her values were aligned with those of the organization.
Her personal values matched or were consistent with the organization's principles.
Commonly used in business, leadership, and personal development contexts to describe synergy or shared goals.
Collocations
aligned within agreement or harmony withaligned toadjusted or arranged to match
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Metaphorical Use
Remember that 'aligned' can describe both physical arrangement and abstract harmony.
Gold Rule
Preposition Choice
Use 'aligned with' for agreement and 'aligned to' for adjustment.
Word Origin
From Middle English 'aligne', from Old French 'aligner', from 'a-' (to) + 'ligne' (line).
Usage Notes
The word is often used metaphorically to describe abstract concepts like goals, values, or strategies being in harmony.
Word Breakdown
align
to arrange in a straight line
root-ed
past participle suffix
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