coordinated

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coordinated

The designer color coordinated the pillows with the sofa.

Definition
  1. Adjective:
    • Intentionally matched: Arranged or designed to work together in a harmonious or complementary way, often referring to colors, patterns, or elements.
    • Dexterous in movement: Able to use different parts of the body together smoothly and efficiently.
    • Operating as a unit: Organized to function in a unified, integrated, and effective manner.
Examples
  • Intentionally matched:
    • The curtains and walls were color coordinated.
    • She wore a beautifully coordinated outfit of blue and gray.
  • Dexterous in movement:
    • As a gymnast, she is incredibly coordinated.
    • The task requires coordinated hand-eye movements.
  • Operating as a unit:
    • The police made a coordinated effort to catch the criminals.
    • A coordinated international response is needed to address the crisis.
Advanced Usage
  • "Well-coordinated": Often used as a compound adjective to emphasize a high degree of skill in movement or planning.
    • He is a well-coordinated athlete.
    • The well-coordinated attack took the enemy by surprise.
  • "Poorly coordinated": Used to describe a lack of harmony, skill in movement, or effective organization.
    • The rescue effort was poorly coordinated and chaotic.
Variants and Related Words
  • Coordinate (verb): To organize the different parts of an activity or group so that they work together effectively.
    • She will coordinate the project's logistics.
  • Coordination (noun): The organization of different elements to enable them to work together effectively; also the ability to move different parts of the body smoothly.
    • The job requires good hand-eye coordination.
    • There was a lack of coordination between the departments.
Synonyms
  • Harmonized: Brought into agreement or harmony.
  • Synchronized: Caused to occur or operate at the same time or rate.
  • Integrated: Combined to form a whole.
  • Dexterous: Demonstrating neat skill, especially with the hands.
Antonyms
  • Uncoordinated: Lacking harmony, planning, or physical skill.
  • Clumsy: Awkward in movement or action.
  • Disjointed: Lacking a coherent sequence or connection.
Related Phrases
  • "Coordinated Universal Time (UTC)": The primary time standard by which the world regulates clocks and time.
  • "Color-coordinated": (A common compound) Having colors chosen to match or complement each other.
    • The color-coordinated decor made the room feel peaceful.
coordinated

The designer color coordinated the pillows with the sofa.

Adjective
  1. intentionally matched
    • curtains and walls were color coordinated
  2. being dexterous in the use of more than one set of muscle movements
    • she was usually good with her hands and well coordinated- Mary McCarthy
  3. operating as a unit
    • a unified utility system
    • a coordinated program