rated

Rated is the past participle of the verb rate and, in ordinary use, denotes that something has been evaluated and assigned a particular rating or classification. It functions as both a verb and an adjective, as in "the film was rated PG" or "a rated product." Ratings can refer to age suitability, content, quality, safety, or performance standards.

In media and entertainment, official bodies assign ratings to guide audiences. In the United States, the MPAA assigns film ratings such as G, PG, PG-13, R, and NC-17, while the British Board of Film Classification issues age-based categories like U, PG, 12A/12, 15, and 18. Video games and other media use rating systems such as ESRB or PEGI. A product described as "R-rated" or "mature-rated" indicates content appropriate only for adults or older teens.

In engineering and consumer labeling, "rated" describes specified limits or capabilities. Examples include rated voltage, rated current, and rated power, which define the maximum levels for safe operation. Equipment may be "weather-rated" or "IP-rated" to indicate protective standards. The term is widely used on packaging and technical datasheets to summarize verified specifications.

In finance, "rating" refers to assessments by agencies that evaluate credit risk; a bond or issuer may be rated as investment-grade or speculative. In everyday language, something can be rated highly or poorly, reflecting a judgment of quality.