nominated

USAGE SUMMARY

The word "nominated" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used as both a verb (meaning to select or propose someone for an office, award, or honor) and an adjective (meaning selected or proposed for an office, award, or honor). Example sentence: The company nominated her for Employee of the Year.

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Film

Music

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

51 human-written examples

Out of the Furnace is another awards contender barely blessed with actual nominations, but a cast including Christian Bale (who is nominated, albeit for American Hustle) and Casey Affleck may help punch it through.

The Guardian - Film

Anthony Minghella's film of Patricia Highsmith's thriller, The Talented Mr Ripley, has four nominations, and the three British directors have also been nominated for the David Lean director award.

The Guardian

Justin Henry was eight when he was nominated for the 1979 film Kramer vs Kramer, and Anna Paquin won one for The Piano when she too was 11.

The Guardian - Film

Richard Farnsworth, 78, becomes the oldest actor ever to be nominated, for his part in David Lynch's The Straight Story.

The Guardian - Film

Leigh and Minghella were nominated for best screenplay, with Leigh an early favourite for his story about the comically strained relationship between Gilbert and Sullivan.

The Guardian - Film

Sean Penn, who plays a jazz guitarist in Woody Allen's Sweet and Lowdown, is also nominated.

The Guardian - Film

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Similar Expressions

9 human-written examples

The film is relatively conventional given the pedigree of the Oscar-nominated director, the man behind Hollywood blockbusters The Bourne Ultimatum, Captain Phillips and United 93.

The Guardian

One piece, a vast six-foot high sculpture made from steel by Conrad Shawcross, dominates the RA courtyard, while a specially commissioned work by Turner-nominated Jim Lambie sees the gallery's central staircase transformed into a multi-coloured artwork.

The Guardian - Arts

By her second big screen release, The Deer Hunter in 1978, she'd been Oscar-nominated; a year later, she'd won her first.

The Guardian - Film

Henson was Oscar-nominated for The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button in 2009 but, before Empire, was not a marquee name.

The Guardian - TV & Radio

"I'm sure he'll turn it into his own thing," said South African comedian Loyiso Gola, who now also hosts an International Emmy-nominated local news satire show.

The Guardian - TV & Radio

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

When using "nominated", ensure the context clearly indicates what the person or thing is being nominated for. Be specific to avoid ambiguity.

Common error

Avoid using the preposition "to" after "nominated" when indicating the award or position. Instead, use "for": Correct: Nominated for best actor. Incorrect: Nominated to best actor.

Linguistic Context

The word "nominated" primarily functions as a verb and an adjective. As a verb, it indicates the action of formally proposing someone for an award, position, or role. As an adjective, it describes someone or something that has received a nomination. Ludwig AI confirms this dual functionality.

Expression frequency: Very common

Frequent in

News & Media

45%

Film

25%

Music

10%

Less common in

Formal & Business

5%

Science

5%

Social Media

5%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

The word "nominated" is a versatile term functioning as both a verb and an adjective, predominantly used to signify the act of formally proposing someone for an award, position, or role. Ludwig AI confirms its correct and usable status in English. With a neutral register, it is commonly found in news and media, film, and music contexts. To ensure clarity, specify what the subject is being "nominated" for, avoiding the incorrect preposition "to". Alternatives such as "selected" or "chosen" can be used depending on the context. Overall, "nominated" is a frequent and authoritative term for denoting formal proposals.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

named as a candidate

This phrase specifies the context of candidacy, implying a selection process.

put forward

This alternative implies a suggestion or proposal, similar to nominating but less formal.

shortlisted

Implies being on a list of potential candidates, typically after an initial selection.

proposed

Implies a suggestion for consideration, often in a formal setting.

selected

This term is more general, indicating a choice was made but not necessarily for an award or position.

slated for

Suggests a planned or scheduled nomination.

put on the ballot

Specifically refers to being included in an election.

chosen

A broad term indicating a selection, but lacking the specific connotation of a nomination.

designated

Suggests an official assignment or appointment.

tapped for

An informal way of saying someone was chosen or selected.

FAQs

How to use "nominated" in a sentence?

You can use "nominated" in a sentence to indicate someone or something has been formally put forward for consideration. For instance, "She was "nominated for" an award", or "He was "nominated as" the team leader".

What can I say instead of "nominated"?

You can use alternatives like "selected", "chosen", or "put forward" depending on the context.

Which is correct, "nominated for" or "nominated to"?

"Nominated for" is the correct usage. For example, "She was "nominated for" best actress". Using "nominated to" is generally incorrect in this context.

What's the difference between "nominated" and "appointed"?

"Nominated" means to be formally proposed for a position or award, while "appointed" means to be officially assigned or designated to a role. One can be "nominated" but not appointed, and vice versa.