positioned (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /pəˈzɪʃənd/

Definition

Placed or arranged in a particular way or location.

Examples

• The chess pieces were strategically positioned on the board.

• She positioned herself near the window to get a better view.

• The camera was positioned to capture the entire stage.

How to Use positioned

be positioned (prepositional phrase)

To be located or placed. — "The restaurant is positioned on the corner of the street."

position oneself (collocation)

To move into a particular place or stance. — "He positioned himself directly in front of the stage."

position for (prepositional phrase)

To place in a way that is advantageous for something. — "The team positioned themselves for a strong comeback."

Synonyms of positioned

Words with a similar meaning to positioned:

• placed
• located
• situated
• arranged
• stationed

Antonyms of positioned

Words with the opposite meaning to positioned:

• displaced
• removed

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