Definitions

curated

[kyoor-ey-tid] / ˈkyʊər 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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“So by coming to something curated that’s a wonderful night, you’re ingraining a memory.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

“Every element reflects intentional design, from bespoke millwork and curated lighting to a refined palette of stone, wood, and metal,” it states.

From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026

The Seia Club, an invitation-only private club on the 55th floor of a high-end office building in the Brickell financial district, opened in March, featuring gourmet cuisine and a curated art collection.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

"The WA Museum contributed expert identification of specimens from the expedition, supporting the development of a local curated genetic reference that strengthened the eDNA analyses," Dr. Kirkendale said.

From Science Daily • May 14, 2026

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

From "Tradition" by Brendan Kiely