The difference between Denominate and Designate

When used as verbs, denominate means to name, whereas designate means to mark out and make known.


Designate is also adjective with the meaning: designated.

check bellow for the other definitions of Denominate and Designate

  1. Denominate as a verb:

    To name; to designate.

  2. Denominate as a verb:

    To express in a monetary unit.

    Examples:

    "Oil is denominated in dollars, so changes in the strength of the dollar affect oil prices everywhere."

  1. Designate as an adjective:

    Designated; appointed; chosen.

    Examples:

    "rfquotek Sir G. Buck"

  1. Designate as a verb:

    To mark out and make known; to point out; to indicate; to show; to distinguish by marks or description

    Examples:

    "usex to designate the boundaries of a country"

    "usex to designate the rioters who are to be arrested"

  2. Designate as a verb:

    To call by a distinctive title; to name.

  3. Designate as a verb:

    To indicate or set apart for a purpose or duty; — with to or for; to designate an officer for or to the command of a post or station.