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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"It's a brand and it needs to be curated carefully," Holman said.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

In a candidate’s personal life, beneath the curated character he presents to the public, we see a clearer picture of who he is, which holds clues to how he’ll act in office.

From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026

Today, consumers are bombarded with a constant stream of headlines, social media posts and algorithmically curated content designed to maximize engagement.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

His social media feeds increasingly blur the line between governance, architecture and fortress fantasy: giant protective systems, controlled ceremonial spaces, triumphant crowds and heavily curated images of power.

From Salon • May 24, 2026

She stepped, sideways, into the next gallery over, a special curated exhibit on the theme of Madonna and Child.

From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng