The meaning of RIGGED is manipulated or controlled by deceptive or dishonest means. How to use rigged in a sentence.

Define rigged. rigged synonyms, rigged pronunciation, rigged translation, English dictionary definition of rigged. tr.v. rigged , rig·ging , rigs 1. To provide with a harness or equipment; fit out.

Dec 23, 2025 · (nautical, typically not comparable) Having the rigging up. We were ready to embark upon our journey now the vessel was rigged.

When something is rigged, it's fully equipped and ready to go. You'll usually find this adjective describing a sailboat or ship with masts and sails.

(for a competition) Pre-arranged and fixed so that the winner is decided before the competition. There was a vicious rumour that the final was rigged, as the defense seemed useless.

We rigged up a tent between two trees. The sailors rigged the ship with new sails.

Factsheet What does the adjective rigged mean? There are five meanings listed in OED's entry for the adjective rigged. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.