coordinate
1 of 3verb/koʊˈɔrdəneɪt/
Forms:coordinates,coordinating,coordinated,coordinated
1
to control and organize the different parts of an activity and the group of people involved so that a good result is achieved
C1transitive- The event planner coordinated all aspects of the wedding, ensuring that vendors, guests, and the wedding party were synchronized for a seamless celebration.
- The project manager frequently coordinates team efforts to meet project deadlines.
- She is currently coordinating schedules for the upcoming event.
- Can you please coordinate the transportation for the conference attendees?
- We are coordinating with vendors to ensure timely delivery of supplies.
2
to match and combine well together
- Her shoes coordinate perfectly with her dress, creating a stylish look.
- The colors in the painting coordinate beautifully to create a sense of balance.
- The furniture and curtains coordinate well, giving the room a cozy feel.
- The team uniforms coordinate in color and design, making them look cohesive.
- The patterns on the wallpaper and the rug coordinate to create a unified style.
3
to organize or position things in the correct arrangement or alignment
transitive- The event planner coordinated the decorations to match the theme perfectly.
- He coordinated the shelves so that all the books were aligned by height.
- The manager coordinated the seating arrangements for the meeting.
- They coordinated the supplies into specific areas for efficient distribution.
- The photographer coordinated the subjects to ensure everyone fit in the frame.
4
to collaborate or act jointly in a way that ensures harmony and efficiency
- The two departments coordinate to complete the project on time.
- The team members coordinate closely to ensure the event runs smoothly.
- The players coordinate during the game to execute their strategy effectively.
- The volunteers coordinate to distribute supplies evenly to those in need.
- The traffic lights coordinate to keep cars moving efficiently through the city.