ingresado

Ingresado is the participle of the Spanish verb ingresar and is used as an adjective or, in some contexts, as a noun. It denotes that someone or something has entered, been admitted, or registered in a system, institution, or place. The term is commonly encountered in formal or administrative language and varies by country in how it is used.

In healthcare, ingresado refers to a patient who has been admitted to a hospital or clinic. For example, a patient who requires admission is described in medical notes as “ingresado,” distinguishing them from outpatients or those who have been discharged. The emphasis is on the act of ingreso—the admission itself—rather than the facility.

In educational contexts, the word can describe a person who has been admitted to a program or course, although terms such as admitido or ingresante are often preferred depending on the country or institution.

Etymology and usage: ingresado derives from ingresar, which ultimately comes from Latin ingressus, meaning “going in” or “entry.” As a participle, it forms part of phrases like fue ingresado or ha sido ingresado used to indicate completed admission. It is distinct from the noun ingreso (entry/admission) and from related adjectives such as admitido or registrado.