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

And because the construction cost is so enormous, even that 1% has made a difference for some locals. — Sydney Lake, Fortune, 13 July 2026

The government is also seeking to accelerate construction by working with private companies regardless of their political affiliations. — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 13 July 2026

Tamai is shown standing next to Marco Sciarra, Executive President of Cimolai (a company working on the telescope's construction), in the middle and Pascal Martinez, ESO's Project Manager for the Dome and Main Structure of the ELT, on the left. — Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 13 July 2026

Trammell Crow completed construction of Cochrane Technology Park in October 2024 but hadn’t found a tenant until the Archer deal was concluded in early July. — George Avalos, Mercury News, 13 July 2026