The antonym for the word "de-nominated" is "nominated." When we say nominated, we are referring to the process of selecting someone or something for an award, position, or honor. It means to name someone or something as a candidate for a specific purpose. On the other hand, "de-nominated" means to remove or cancel something from its status or recognition. It's like stripping off a person from his or her title or distinction. The opposite of de-nominated is awarding or conferring, which means to grant recognition or honor to someone/something.