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Meaning of collected
The primary meaning of "collected" refers to something that has been gathered or brought together, often in an organized manner.
Etymology of collected
The word "collected" comes from the Old French word "collecter," which is derived from the Latin word "colligere," meaning "to gather together"
Historically, the word has been used to describe the act of gathering or bringing together physical objects, ideas, or people, and has also been used to describe a state of being composed or calm
Synonyms
gathered
compiled
assembled
accumulated
aggregated
amassed
hoarded
stored
preserved
saved
retained
retrieved
picked up
harvested
culled
gleaned
extracted
recovered
rescued
reclaimed
regained
restored
repossessed
reacquired
recapitulated
recapitalized
reassembled
rearranged
reorganized
composed
calm
serene
tranquil
peaceful
unruffled
unflappable
poised
balanced
stable
secure
sober
sane
rational
lucid
coherent
organized
methodical
systematic
deliberate
intentional
purposeful
thoughtful
reflective
considerate
assembled
put together
organized
systematized
Definitions
- Gathered or brought together, often in an organized manner
- * Composed or calm in one's thoughts or behavior
- * Paid or given, especially in response to a demand or request
Usage Examples
- The researcher spent years collecting and analyzing data for her study
- * She remained collected and calm during the emergency, and was able to think clearly and make rational decisions
- * The charity collected donations from generous supporters to fund their community programs
Antonyms
scattered
dispersed
disorganized
chaotic
confused
flustered
frantic
frenzied
frenetic
hysterical
irrational
erratic
unstable
insecure
sober
dispersed
disconnected
disunited
divided
fragmented
isolated
detached
disconnected
disjointed
dissipated
exhausted
spent
wasted
squandered