kohdistuneet

Kohdistuneet is a Finnish adjective form meaning "targeted" or "aimed at." It is the past passive participle of the verb kohdistua and is derived from the noun kohde, meaning target. The form kohdistuneet is used when describing plural nouns; the singular nominative form is kohdistunut. Like other adjectives, kohdistuneet agrees with the noun it modifies in number and case.

The term is commonly used in formal and semi-formal language to indicate that an action, measure, or effect was directed at a specific target or group rather than being general. It can describe physical actions, policy measures, or communications that are aimed at particular recipients. In many contexts, kohdistuneet emphasizes intentional focus on a defined target.

Common contexts include security and politics, media coverage, and public policy. Examples include targeted attacks (kohdistuneet hyökkäykset), targeted restrictions or measures (kohdistuneet rajoitukset), and targeted marketing campaigns (kohdistuneet mainonnat). The word is often paired with nouns to convey precision of focus, rather than broad, indiscriminate action.

Related concepts include kohdennettu, which also means targeted or focused, and kohdentaminen, the act of targeting. While nearby terms may be used interchangeably in some contexts, kohdistuneet specifically signals something that has been directed at a designated target.

Examples:

- Kohdistuneet hyökkäykset on torjuttava.

- Kampanjoissa on korostettu kohdistuneita ryhmiä.

- Poliittiset toimenpiteet voivat olla kohdistuneet ja tarpeen arvioida uudelleen.