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Can a person be described as 'oriented'?

English Language & Usage Asked by Neor on March 19, 2021

She knows her way in life.
She knows what’s good for her and what is bad.
In short – she is **oriented**.
Is this a possible and correct use of the word “oriented”?

Thanks

One Answer

The word disoriented (usually disorientated in the UK) certainly has a well-known metaphorical usage.

disoriented [adjective] [US] [also mainly UK disorientated)

  • confused and not knowing where to go or what to do

[Cambridge Dictionary]

disoriented

  • having lost one's sense of time, place, or identity

[Merriam-Webster]

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However, the antonym (fully grounded and knowing where you're going [in life]) is not oriented but well-oriented.

An example from Linked in:

Arlene is a very well oriented person. She keeps a positive attitude and always exceeds her achievement. Arlene stays dedicated to her work and always stay ahead of her work. I can rely on her for advice and knowing what to expect in the work field because she already is employed in the medical field.

And an example from a CV on fiverr.com:

I'm an innovative, highly motivated, organized, and well-oriented person.

Correct answer by Edwin Ashworth on March 19, 2021

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