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), derived from the noun 'das Ziel' (the target, goal).
Memory Tips
Remember 'das Ziel' means 'the goal'. Something 'gezielt' is goal-oriented or targeted.