Designation

B2 16+

Pronunciation: /ˌdɛzɪɡˈneɪʃən/

Definitions of designation

noun a name, title, or identification of someone or something

Example Sentences

A1 My designation at work is assistant manager.

A2 She received the designation of team leader after completing her training.

B1 The designation of 'organic' on a food label indicates that it is free from synthetic pesticides.

B2 His official designation is Chief Financial Officer of the company.

C1 The designation of a UNESCO World Heritage Site is a prestigious honor for any location.

C2 The designation of 'Doctor' requires years of education and training in the medical field.

adjective used to describe something that has been officially given a specific name or title

Example Sentences

A1 The designation process for this job is very simple.

A2 She received a special designation for her outstanding performance.

B1 The designation of the new product is still pending approval.

B2 The company's designation as a leader in the industry is well-deserved.

C1 His designation as the CEO came after years of hard work and dedication.

C2 The designation of the building as a historical landmark was a significant milestone for the community.

Examples of designation in a Sentence

formal The designation of the new CEO was announced at the board meeting.

informal I got a new job designation in the marketing department.

slang She's got the 'boss lady' designation in our group.

figurative The title of 'champion' is a designation earned through hard work and dedication.

Grammatical Forms of designation

past tense

designated

plural

designations

comparative

more designated

superlative

most designated

present tense

designates

future tense

will designate

perfect tense

has designated

continuous tense

is designating

singular

designation

positive degree

designated

infinitive

to designate

gerund

designating

participle

designated

Origin and Evolution of designation

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'designation' originated from the Latin word 'designatio', which means a marking out or description.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'designation' has evolved to encompass the act of choosing or assigning a particular name, title, or role to something or someone.