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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It is curated, ranked, monetized and constantly optimized using first-party data that tracks what people watch, when they watch it and how they respond to ads.

From Salon • Jun. 21, 2026

“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

This edition was curated and edited in collaboration with Joe Erwin and Michael Connolly.

From The Wall Street Journal • 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

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

From "Tradition" by Brendan Kiely