sichergestellt
Translation
ensured, secured, confiscated, seized
Examples
Die Finanzierung ist sichergestellt.
The financing is secured.
Das sichergestellte Diebesgut wurde zurückgegeben.
The seized stolen goods were returned.
Grammar Patterns
((predicative)) to be secured/ensured The supply is ensured.
((attributive)) secured/seized the seized material
Similar Words
Synonyms: gewährleistet (guaranteed), garantiert (guaranteed), beschlagnahmt (confiscated)
Etymology
From 'sicher' (secure) and 'gestellt' (placed, past participle of stellen). Literally means 'securely placed'.
Memory Tips
Imagine 'securely placing' something to ensure it's safe or to take it into custody.