nominated

Nominated is the past participle of nominate. It is used to indicate that a person or thing has been proposed as a candidate for a position, office, award, or honor. Nominations typically mark the start of a selection process and may involve eligibility checks, reviews, or voting.

In government and politics, nominees are often chosen by a high authority or party committee; in some systems they must receive formal approval from another body. For example in the United States, the President may nominate individuals to federal posts, after which the Senate conducts hearings and votes to confirm. A nominee who fails to be confirmed may be withdrawn or replaced.

In awards, being nominated means the person or work has met criteria and is put forward for consideration. Nominees are usually announced publicly ahead of a final decision, and the eventual winner is chosen from among them by a judging panel or vote. The nomination itself is typically not a guarantee of winning.

Etymology and related terms: nominate comes from Latin nominare "to name," via Old French nominer; related terms include nominee (the person who is nominated) and nomination (the act of nominating). The term is used across contexts, including corporate boards, film awards, and political candidacies.