ordained

BrE /ˈɔːr.deɪnd/ AmE /ˈɔːr.daɪnd/

adjective en → es

1 RELIGIOUS STATUS [not gradable] B2

having the official position of a priest or minister in a religious organization, especially after receiving special training and ceremonies

ordenado, consagrado

Collocations ordained minister · ordained priest

He is an ordained minister in the Baptist church.

Él es un ministro ordenado en la iglesia bautista.

2 DESIGNATED [not gradable] C1

officially chosen for a particular job or position, especially in the church or government

designado, nombrado

Collocations ordained leader · ordained official