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utformad

design

Definition & meaning

Utformad means “designed,” “shaped,” or “formulated.” It describes something that has been given a particular form or structure, often with a specific purpose in mind.

It can refer to a physical object, a plan, a text, or an idea.

Grammar & Word origin

Utformad is the past participle of utforma , “to design” or “to formulate.” It is formed from ut , “out,” and forma , “to shape.”

As an adjective, it agrees with the noun:

  • en utformad plan — a formulated plan
  • ett utformat förslag — a formulated proposal
  • utformade regler — formulated rules

Synonyms & antonyms

  • utarbetad — “developed” or “worked out”; emphasizes careful preparation.
  • formgiven — “designed”; often emphasizes visual or physical design.
  • utformlös is not a standard antonym. Depending on context, outvecklad , “undeveloped,” can express a contrasting idea.

Common phrases & collocations

  • väl utformad — well designed or well formulated
  • särskilt utformad — specially designed
  • utformad för — designed for or intended for

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Examples

Boken är utformad för barn.adjective

The book is designed for children.

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