slated

USAGE SUMMARY

'slated' is a correct and usable word in written English.
It is usually used as a verb and can mean "to arrange or plan something for a particular time" or "to criticize something severely". Example sentence: The new legislation has been slated for implementation by the end of the year.

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Formal & Business

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

60 human-written examples

Slovenia is already a member and Croatia is slated to become the EU's 28th member next year.

The Guardian

Today committee members are slated to consider a controversial resolution maligning the child-rearing potential of same-sex couples, citing heavily from the findings of a junk-science study.

The Guardian - Opinion

All five offices slated for closure fall in Coalition-held seats.

The Guardian

"Why are we imitating the worst mistakes of 60 or 70 years ago from around the world – only even bigger?" Another development of repetitive slabs, echoing Jabal Omar's toast-rack urbanism, is slated for the northern side of the Grand Mosque, at al-Shamiya, while a $10bn plan to provide an extra 400,000 sq metres of prayer halls there is almost complete.

The Guardian - Arts

Mirvish cemented his status as cultural hero by becoming a theatre impresario, refurbishing the Royal Alexandra Theatre in 1963 (another supposedly unviable building slated for the wrecking ball) and the Old Vic in London, which went on to enjoy a golden age, and for which Mirvish was awarded a CBE.

The Guardian

Unveiling his five-point election manifesto in April, his final point was to solve "the British question" by negotiating with Cameron ahead of the in-out referendum in the UK slated for 2017.

The Guardian

It was slated to save $1.2bn and encourage more young people into paid employment.

The Guardian

Production for the movie is reportedly slated to start by the end of the year.

The Guardian - Film

In October, the bureau's director, James Comey, slated the decision of Apple and Google to turn on encryption by default.

The Guardian - Tech

The trial was originally slated to be conducted in a small hearing room until – more than an hour into arguments – the top judge observed that many of the attorneys and their staff did not have adequate seating.

The Guardian

The Canadian journalist, activist and author of No Logo had originally been slated to narrate the film and act as a consultant.

The Guardian - Film

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Use "slated" when you want to indicate that something is officially planned or scheduled. It is particularly useful in formal contexts such as news reports or business announcements.

Common error

Avoid using "slated" in very informal conversations. While grammatically correct, it can sound overly formal in casual settings; consider using more relaxed alternatives like "planned" or "scheduled".

Linguistic Context

The primary grammatical function of "slated" is as a past participle adjective, modifying a noun to indicate that something has been scheduled or planned. As supported by Ludwig AI, this usage is commonly found in various written contexts.

Expression frequency: Very common

Frequent in

News & Media

65%

Formal & Business

20%

Science

5%

Less common in

Encyclopedias

3%

Wiki

2%

Reference

1%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, "slated" is a versatile term, typically used as an adjective, to describe something that has been officially planned or scheduled. Ludwig AI confirms its correct and usable status in written English. It's most frequently found in news and business contexts, maintaining a neutral tone. When writing, remember that "slated" implies a degree of certainty, and while appropriate for formal announcements, might feel out of place in casual conversation. Consider alternatives like "scheduled" or "planned" for more informal settings.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

scheduled

Indicates a firm time has been set for an event.

planned

Suggests an intention or arrangement for something to occur.

set to

Implies a future event that is expected or likely to happen.

due to

Indicates a time by which something is expected to happen or be completed.

intended

Signifies a purpose or aim for something.

earmarked

Suggests that something has been designated for a specific purpose.

on the agenda

Means something is included in a list of things to be done or considered.

in the works

Implies that something is currently being developed or prepared.

penciled in

Suggests a tentative arrangement or booking that is not yet finalized.

designated

Means officially chosen or assigned for a specific purpose or role.

FAQs

How can I use "slated" in a sentence?

You can use "slated" to indicate that something is planned or scheduled, as in "The meeting is slated for next Tuesday" or "The project is slated to begin in the spring".

What can I say instead of "slated"?

You can use alternatives like "scheduled", "planned", or "set to" depending on the context.

Is "slated for" or "slated to" more appropriate?

"Slated for" is typically used when referring to an event or time, while "slated to" is used to describe an action. For example, "The conference is slated for June" versus "The CEO is slated to speak at the conference".

What is the difference between "slated" and "intended"?

"Slated" implies a definite plan or schedule, whereas "intended" suggests a purpose or aim. Something that is "slated" is more concrete than something that is merely "intended".