To officially choose someone or something for a particular purpose or role.
“The community center has designated Tuesdays and Thursdays for youth swimming lessons.”
“Section C of the parking lot is designated for visitors with a valid permit.”
Diagrams in this task often 'designate' specific areas, dates, or categories, such as a parking chart that designates certain spots for permit holders. Look for this word when scanning legends or labels, since it usually marks an official assignment that a question may ask you to identify. Understanding it helps you match the correct category or zone shown in the diagram.
Synonyms: assign, appoint, mark out