Also means
appointed
Usage Note
Designato is the past participle of designare used adjectivally. It describes someone officially chosen for a role not yet assumed — il presidente designato (the president-designate). It is close to nominato but implies a formal selection process. The feminine is designata.
Examples
"Il ministro designato ha accettato l'incarico."
Natural Translation
The designated minister accepted the appointment.
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