orientiert
oriented
Definition & meaning
Orientiert means oriented, directed, or guided by something. It is also used to mean well-informed or familiar with a situation, depending on context.
- räumlich orientiert : able to find one’s way in a place
- an etwas orientiert : based on, or guided by, something
- gut orientiert : well-informed or knowledgeable
Grammar & Word origin
Orientiert is the past participle of the verb orientieren . It can be used as an adjective and takes standard adjective endings: orientierte , orientierter .
The verb is related to Orient , originally referring to the direction of the rising sun. The broader sense of finding one’s direction developed from this idea.
Synonyms & antonyms
Possible synonyms include:
- ausgerichtet : emphasizes being aligned with a goal, principle, or standard.
- informiert : specifically means having information or knowledge.
- kundig : means knowledgeable or experienced in a subject or area.
Possible antonyms include:
- desorientiert : confused about one’s direction or situation.
- orientierungslos : lacking a clear sense of direction or guidance.
- unorientiert : not oriented or not sufficiently familiar with a situation.
Common phrases & collocations
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Examples
Seine Entscheidungen sind stark an den Kundenbedürfnissen orientiert.adjective
His decisions are strongly oriented towards customer needs.
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