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

New construction along Maui’s coastline is subject to state and county regulations, and Richardson says recreating this particular offering would be difficult. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 17 Aug. 2026

On the second floor, a construction crew worked on finishing twenty-eight hotel rooms, set to open next summer. — Jake Offenhartz, New Yorker, 17 Aug. 2026

This is a short term arrangement till a more permanent construction is completed in the coming weeks that will manage water flow in the receding river. — Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 17 Aug. 2026

Kobe Phillips, a student working a part-time construction job, made the discovery. — Chris Lau, CNN Money, 17 Aug. 2026