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adjective

as in known

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verb

past tense of name
1
as in called
to give a name to decided to name her new puppy "Bubbles"

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as in mentioned
to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically I don't want to name anyone in particular, but someone in this room fiddled with my car's radio

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as in appointed
to pick (someone) by one's authority for a specific position or duty was named the provost of the university

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as in selected
to decide to accept (someone or something) from a group of possibilities you don't like my offer? Just name your price

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as in set
to decide upon (the time or date for an event) usually from a position of authority you name the date and I'll make sure I'm there

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as in chose
to come to a judgment about after discussion or consideration they finally named a date for the wedding

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Recent Examples of named
Verb
While most of the vandals ripping down automatic license plate readers prefer to go incognito, an Albuquerque character named Jevon Martinez isn’t afraid to show his face. — Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 3 Sep. 2026 The eatery has been serving the Sugar Creek area since 1985, manager Dino Beligrinis — whom his father, Bill, named the restaurant for — told CharlotteFive. — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 3 Sep. 2026 The second woman’s family confirmed to reporters that the 21-year-old, named Aleida Romero Victorio, worked for the couple as a nanny. — Rocío Muñoz-Ledo, CNN Money, 3 Sep. 2026 For the purpose of this article, black rat snake is used to refer to the western rat snake, for which the species complex is named. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 3 Sep. 2026 Scirocco, named for the wind that blows through the Mediterranean from the Sahara, is a celebration of all things local including produce and absolutely seafood. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2026 Search & Support San Antonio Along with those efforts, Lori Wittmeyer has teamed up with a former FBI agent named Abel Peña. — Dateline Nbc, NBC news, 3 Sep. 2026 On Thursday, Cameron was named the AL Pitcher of the Month for August. — Kansas City Star, 3 Sep. 2026 The hero of this historic draw was undeniably Vozinha, who made seven crucial saves throughout the match and was named Player of the Match. — CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for named
  1. known
  2. called
  3. mentioned
  4. appointed
  5. selected
  6. set
  7. figured
  8. dubbed
Adjective
  • There is no known ongoing threat to the community, but patrols have been increased around LGBTQIA+ establishments as the investigation continues, according to police.
    — Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Its yoga classes take place in the Aro Hā Room, which is well known for its striking views of the alpine lake.
    — Jasreen Mayal Khanna, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of known
Verb
  • Autumn Joy Stonecrop Also called autumn joy sedum, this hardy, summer- and fall-flowering perennial is known for its succulent foliage and dense clusters of tiny pink flowers.
    — Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 30 Aug. 2026
  • The Cyberdyne Hybrid Assistive Limb, commonly called HAL, is a robotic exoskeleton designed to support patients during rehabilitation.
    — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of called
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  • Like all other alumni interviewed for this story, one of the first things Oberlander mentioned about her love for Killian was athletics — football games in particular.
    — Austin Horn August 29, Miami Herald, 29 Aug. 2026
  • As mentioned above, Turkey’s deployment of TB2s in the country’s civil war in 2020 proved decisive, with these drones helping break the LNA’s siege on Tripoli and empowering GNA ground forces to repel Haftar’s fighters.
    — Paul Iddon, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of mentioned
Verb
  • Its board members are appointed by Illinois’ governor and Chicago’s mayor.
    — Jackson Thompson OutKick, FOXNews.com, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Licata and Fort Worth ISD’s Board of Managers implemented the Elevate model for the district’s most struggling campuses shortly after they were appointed to their jobs by the Texas Education Agency as part of its takeover of the district.
    — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of appointed
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  • Hobaiter and Dominy support this idea with half a dozen claims that could, in principle, be tested, lending some scientific credence to the idea that complex human speech was selected for in the warm glow of a crackling campfire.
    — Mike McRae September 02, New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Among them, Hall of Famer Yao Ming, former Dallas Mavericks player Yi Jianlian, and even Yang Hansen – selected 16th overall by the Portland Trail Blazers last summer – reached the NBA after spending several seasons playing at home.
    — Fred He, CNN Money, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of selected
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  • Hence, retail traders will gain a cheaper and more precise way to speculate on crude, but production, consumption, inventories and geopolitics will remain the dominant forces setting prices.
    — Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Pairing rolled clothing with compression packing cubes, like this Bagail six-piece set with mesh panels to easily see what’s inside, can help keep outfits organized while creating extra room for souvenirs on the way home.
    — Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of set
Verb
  • Women figured prominently in many of Mansour’s works, such as the 1984 Flight to Egypt, depicting a mother curled over her sleeping baby.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 28 Aug. 2026
  • As many of us conclude from a life living in this country run by White people, Gayle figured the best way to stick around was to hide herself.
    — Wilbert L. Cooper, Longreads, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of figured
Verb
  • The blaze, dubbed the Pickett fire, started near Calistoga last August and burned 6,800 acres over the course of 17 days, according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection.
    — Iris Kwok, Los Angeles Times, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Once a package or tool was compromised, Shai-Hulud, as the worm was dubbed, attached itself to future package updates.
    — Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 28 Aug. 2026
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“Named.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/named. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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