Utilizada (en. Used)

/utiliˈðaða/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That has been used in a particular context.
The tool used was very effective.
La herramienta utilizada fue muy eficaz.
That has been employed to achieve a goal.
The technique used in the research is innovative.
La técnica utilizada en la investigación es innovadora.
Refers to a resource that has been consumed or used.
The materials used in the construction were of high quality.
Los materiales utilizadas en la construcción fueron de alta calidad.

Etymology

From the verb utilizar, which comes from the Latin 'utilizare', related to 'utilis', which means useful.

Common Phrases and Expressions

utilized in its context
Refers to something that is used appropriately according to its purpose.
utilizada en su contexto
methodology used
Description of the techniques and methods applied in a study or work.
metodología utilizada

Related Words

utilize
To make use of something for a specific purpose.
utilizar
usefulness
The ability of something to meet a need.
utilidad
usable
That can be used or taken advantage of.
utilizable

Slang Meanings

Something that has lost its value due to repeated use.
That car is already used, it's not worth buying.
Ese coche ya está utilizado, no vale la pena comprarlo.
A person who has been used by others in a social context.
She feels used by her friends.
Ella se siente utilizada por sus amigos.