CONSTRUCT Synonyms: 149 Similar and Opposite Words

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verb

kən-ˈstrəkt

Definition of construct

as in to devise

to create or think of by clever use of the imagination he managed to construct a theory that fits all the facts

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as in to build

to form by putting together parts or materials constructed a hydroelectric dam across the river

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construct

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noun

as in concept

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The project is estimated to cost $20 billion and will be constructed in three phases between 2026 and 2032. — Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 1 July 2026 McCart Avenue from McPherson Boulevard to Twin Leaf Drive will be constructed as a two-lane undivided road. — Emily Holshouser july 2, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 July 2026

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There is innovation in the social construct in this country that most people don’t think about as innovation. — Sandra Guzmán, USA Today, 29 June 2026 Interruptions need to be considered as a potential therapeutic construct or tool. — Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 4 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for construct

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In 2011, Aguirre devised a technique to motivate his Real Zaragoza players ahead of a league match against Real Madrid.

— Colin Millar, New York Times, 4 July 2026
Scientists at the Korea Institute of Geoscience and Mineral Resources (KIGAM) have devised a technique to turn still-wet coffee grounds into high-grade biofuel in as little as 90 seconds.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 1 July 2026

Definition of devise

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Such strategies include building green roofs and courtyards to help with shading and air circulation, and using dense materials such as concrete or brick that can stabilize indoor temperatures in heat.

— Ignacio Calderon, USA Today, 3 July 2026
The latest work uses that capability to scan the space above a chip and build a detailed electromagnetic map.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 3 July 2026

Definition of build

Noun

The building’s second floor will house a full-service restaurant, though the concept has not been finalized, and the third floor will function as a rooftop bar.

— Henri Hollis, AJC.com, 4 July 2026
The dog park and bar concept, owned by Free Range Concepts, also shut down its Dallas and Allen locations.

— Jake Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 July 2026

Definition of concept

Verb

Brazil’s team, meanwhile, decamped to Orlando, Florida, where Laitano affixed players with sweat-collection patches and analyzed their fluid and electrolyte loss during workouts to concoct a hydration regimen for each person.

— Nancy Walecki, The Atlantic, 2 July 2026
In 1949, a Nebraska plumbing contractor named Steve Henson was working in Anchorage, Alaska and concocted a salad dressing out of buttermilk, mayonnaise, and herbs to help feed his crew on remote job sites.

— Scott Simon, NPR, 27 June 2026

Definition of concoct

Verb

The other took place before the fifth inning when home-plate umpire Scott Barry left the game and Manny Gonzalez needed time to assemble his gear.

— ABC News, ABC News, 5 July 2026
From residents racing to assemble exhibits on short notice to disputes over displays and sponsorships, the booths highlight the lengths volunteers have gone to ensure their states are represented at the celebration of America's 250th anniversary.

— Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 4 July 2026

Definition of assemble

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At the time of Sealand’s conception, the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) controlled the airwaves in the United Kingdom, playing popular music only late in the night.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 June 2026
Legal preparation is so important before conception, birth, or placement.

— Morgan Mouchette, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026

Definition of conception

Verb

But regulation should be about making sure players are motivated to, and do meet the public interest goals of safety and good traffic flow, not about telling them how to do that while the technology is still being invented.

— Brad Templeton, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
Plastic flamingos—invented in Massachusetts, of all places—were planted in yards to amuse homeowners.

— Matthew Wills, JSTOR Daily, 6 July 2026

Definition of invent

Verb

Both men argue Los Angeles should consider creating a dedicated anti-squatter task force to help law enforcement distinguish legitimate tenant disputes from cases involving criminal conduct.

— Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2026
The relaxed fit keeps air circulating while the long skirt design creates an effortless silhouette.

— Aashna Gheewalla, PEOPLE, 5 July 2026

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