ausgewiesen
Translation
proven, expert, designated, certified
Examples
Er ist ein ausgewiesener Experte auf diesem Gebiet.
He is a proven expert in this field.
Dies ist eine ausgewiesene Raucherzone.
This is a designated smoking area.
Grammar Patterns
a proven/designated ((noun)) He is a proven expert.
to be designated as ((sth.)) The area is designated as a nature reserve.
Similar Words
Synonyms: anerkannt (recognized), zertifiziert (certified); Antonyms: unbekannt (unknown), unerfahren (inexperienced)
Etymology
Comes from 'aus-' (out) and 'weisen' (to show). As a past participle, it literally means 'shown out' or 'pointed out,' which evolved to mean designated or proven.
Memory Tips
Connect it to 'der Ausweis' (ID card). An ID card proves your identity. Similarly, an 'ausgewiesener' expert is someone with 'proven' expertise.