assigned
word · lemma: assign
Definition
Given to a particular person, group, or purpose as a task, role, place, or responsibility. It is the past form of 'assign' and often appears before a noun or after 'be'.
Usage & Nuances
Common in work and school contexts: 'assigned reading', 'assigned seat', 'assigned task'. 'Assigned' often suggests an official decision by a teacher, manager, or system, not a personal choice. Don't confuse it with 'designed' or 'signed'.
Example Sentences
Each student has an assigned seat in the classroom.
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The teacher assigned us three pages to read.
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She was assigned to the sales team last week.
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I got assigned the early shift again, so I have to wake up at five.
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We were assigned a new project, and the deadline is really tight.
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He never does the assigned reading before class, but somehow he still joins the discussion.
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