Synonyms of construction

construction

noun

kən-ˈstrək-shən 

1

as in structure

something put together by arranging or connecting an array of parts

the swing set turned out to be a more complicated construction than the "some assembly required" warning suggested

Synonyms & Similar Words

• structure
• erection
• arrangement
• assembly
• framework
• geometry
• frame
• configuration
• shell
• skeleton
• geography

2

as in interpretation

a statement that makes something clear

could you give us your construction of this passage in the Bible?

Synonyms & Similar Words

• interpretation
• explanation
• illustration
• translation
• analysis
• exegesis
• elucidation
• exposition
• explication
• definition
• clarification
• illumination
• road map
• reasoning
• demonstration
• meaning
• annotation
• decoding
• restatement
• justification
• commentary
• comment
• rationalization
• gloss
• enactment
• rationale
• deciphering
• paraphrase
• enlightenment
• edification
• epexegesis
• disentanglement
• warning
• caveat
• unscrambling
• caution

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of construction

That includes construction, improvement, maintenance, repair and replacement of streets and sidewalks, as well as drainage, sewers and other related infrastructure. — Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 12 Oct. 2026

But mounting litigation, some initiated by his political rivals, is threatening to delay its construction, scheduled to be completed by 2030. — Martin K.n Siele, semafor.com, 12 Oct. 2026

Before the crime is committed, a construction worker stares at the perpetrator in the back of the vehicle. — E. Tammy Kim, New Yorker, 12 Oct. 2026

Most of all, there’s a spectacular panoramic view of all the new construction at TCU and on Berry Street, with the downtown Fort Worth skyline in the distance. — Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Oct. 2026