Definitions

curated

[kyoor-ey-tid] / ˈkjʊər eɪ tɪd /

ADJECTIVE

expertly selected and compiled

Synonyms

STRONG

considered edited handpicked select well-chosen

WEAK

anthologized artful choice choicest designful expert intentional

Example Sentences

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“Blanket bans push children out of such curated, supervised, beneficial experiences and towards anonymous, less safe services,” said a YouTube spokesperson.

From Barron's • Jun. 17, 2026

The initial collection includes light, medium and dark roast blends personally curated by Parton alongside the Saurage family, which has owned and operated Community Coffee for six generations.

From Salon • Jun. 15, 2026

"Blanket bans push kids out of such curated, supervised, beneficial experiences and towards anonymous, less safe services," its statement said.

From BBC • Jun. 15, 2026

Today’s newsletter was curated by Tina Fuhr in London, in collaboration with Allison Chopin in New York.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 14, 2026

The blue day—even the watery reflections in the stained-glass windows seemed curated, cultivated, perfected.

From "Tradition" by Brendan Kiely