Positioned
/pəˈzɪʃənd/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo place or arrange something in a particular place or situation, or to put yourself in a specific situation.
/pəˈzɪʃənd/
To place something in a specific location or arrangement.
The photographer positioned the models for the best shot.
💡 Simply: It's like setting something up or putting it in a certain spot. Think of arranging furniture or deciding where your team should stand during a game. For example, you positioned your chair right by the window.
👶 For kids: To put something where you want it to be.
More Examples
The company has strategically positioned its stores near public transport.
The satellites were positioned in orbit around the Earth.
How It's Used
"The troops were carefully positioned for the attack."
"The company positioned its new product as a luxury item."
"The goalie positioned himself to block the shot."
To give something or someone a particular position or role, or cause them to be considered in a particular way.
/pəˈzɪʃənd/
To cause something to have a particular position or role.
The candidate positioned herself as the voice of the working class.
💡 Simply: It's like giving something a certain image or role. For example, companies might POSITION their product to attract people.
👶 For kids: To give something a special job or place in your mind.
More Examples
The company cleverly positioned its product to appeal to a younger demographic.
The artwork was expertly positioned within the gallery space.
How It's Used
"The marketing team positioned the brand as eco-friendly."
"The politician positioned themselves as a centrist candidate."
Synonyms & Antonyms
From Middle English 'posiciounen', from Old French 'posicioner', from Latin 'positio' meaning 'a placing' or 'situation'.
The word 'positioned' has been used in military contexts for centuries to describe the deployment of troops and resources. In more recent times, it has expanded to encompass broader applications, such as marketing and product placement.
Memory tip
Imagine placing puzzle pieces. POSITIONED is like deciding where each piece goes.
Word Origin
"to place, put"