engineered
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /ˈɛn.dʒɪn.ɪrd/
KK: /ˈɛnʤɪnɪrd/
adjective
Definition
Created or designed using engineering principles and methods.
Example
The engineered structure was both strong and lightweight.
Conversation
Did you see that new bridge they engineered downtown?
Yeah, it looks amazing!
I heard it was designed to withstand earthquakes.
That's really impressive; they must have put a lot of thought into the engineered structure.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
designed
crafted
constructed
Antonyms
natural
unrefined
spontaneous
verb
Definition
To have designed or created something in a skillful way, often using scientific or technical knowledge.
Example
The team engineered a new type of bridge that can withstand strong winds.
Tense Forms
Past: engineered
Past Participle: engineered
Conversation
Did you know they engineered that bridge to withstand earthquakes?
Really? That sounds impressive!
Yeah, I read that they engineered it using advanced materials.
Root Explanation
Engineered → It is formed from "engine" (from Old French *engin*, meaning cleverness or skill) and "-ered" (a suffix indicating a person or thing that performs an action). The word "engineered" refers to something that has been skillfully designed or constructed.
Memory Tip
Think of 'engine' as representing cleverness or skill in design, and remember that 'engineered' means something has been skillfully created.
Visually Confused Words
unengineered