gezielt
Translation
targeted, aimed, specific, deliberate
Examples
Das war ein gezielter Angriff.
That was a targeted attack.
Wir müssen gezielt vorgehen.
We have to proceed in a targeted manner.
Grammar Patterns
(as adjective) targeted, specific That was a targeted question.
(as adverb) in a targeted manner, deliberately She ignored him deliberately.
Similar Words
Synonyms: deliberate, specific; Antonyms: random, indiscriminate
Etymology
Past participle of the verb 'zielen' (to aim), which comes from the noun 'das Ziel' (the target, goal).
Memory Tips
Think of 'Ziel' (target/goal). An action that is 'gezielt' is done with a specific 'Ziel' in mind.