ESTABLISH Synonyms: 109 Similar and Opposite Words

establish

verb

i-ˈsta-blish

Definition of establish

as in to prove

to gain full recognition or acceptance of a first novel that established him as one of the most promising writers of his generation

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as in to demonstrate

to show the existence or truth of by evidence the developers haven't established that there's a need for another shopping center in town

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as in to initiate

to be responsible for the creation and early operation or use of established the first school in the town

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Recent Examples of establish Requiring proof of citizenship and establishing consistent voter identification standards helps promote secure and accurate elections while reducing the potential for fraud. — Chris Vincent, Sun Sentinel, 20 July 2026 The exceptions are narrow, and the employer bears the burden of establishing that a position qualifies. — Alonzo Martinez, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026 As the vehicle came to a stop, a passenger jumped out and ran, prompting deputies to establish a perimeter, according to the sheriff’s department. — Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2026 Allowing the Red Cross to visit detainees during a war or an occupation is one of the brightest lines established by the Geneva Conventions. — David D. Kirkpatrick, New Yorker, 20 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for establish

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That may prove reasonable if store openings remain productive, franchisees continue earning strong returns, and same-store sales hold up.

— Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
But their journey to catch up with the Rivermen proves increasingly difficult, after one of their horses gets caught in a trap.

— Matt Minton, Variety, 20 July 2026

Definition of prove

Verb

Both incidents demonstrated teamwork; one orca held a sharptail sunfish, scientifically named Masturus lanceolatus, by its tail, while another orca swam toward the fish at high speed.

— Mindy Weisberger, CNN Money, 23 July 2026
Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Charlaine Olmedo will decide whether the prosecution offered enough evidence to demonstrate probable cause to proceed to trial.

— Madeline Morrison, NBC news, 22 July 2026

Definition of demonstrate

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Even after watching replays, the ref stuck with his original call that Mbappe had initiated the contact, which was palpable nonsense.

— Graham Scott, New York Times, 22 July 2026
Barclays initiates Forte Biosciences as overweight Barclays says shares of the biotech company are compelling.

— Michael Bloom, CNBC, 21 July 2026

Definition of initiate

Verb

The letter argues that openness prevents lock-in and that concentrating capability creates single points of failure.

— Sandy Carter, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
But legal reforms have also made a huge difference, creating safety nets for women who previously had to depend on their husbands’ livelihoods.

— Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 26 July 2026

Definition of create

Verb

PayJoy, founded by Doug Ricket, is transforming credit access in the global south, enabling millions to afford phones and invest in micro-businesses where traditional credit is scarce.

— Boaz Sobrado, Forbes.com, 24 July 2026
Rinehart subsequently founded Save Our Teams, an advocacy organization designed to help athletes, parents and alumni mobilize when collegiate swimming programs land on the chopping block.

— Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 23 July 2026

Definition of found

Verb

Brie Larson's 2016 casting as Captain Marvel introduced the MCU's first solo female lead who later achieved a billion-dollar film.

— Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
Last December, the government introduced a higher rate for drivers consuming more than 160 litres (42 gallons) of petrol per month.

— Chris Lau, CNN Money, 26 July 2026

Definition of introduce

Verb

That’s what has kept it from thriving in South Florida for decades, despite early efforts by pioneering plant nerds.

— Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 24 July 2026
The film paints a portrait of pioneering photojournalist Gerda Taro, the German-Jewish war photographer, anti-fascist and artist whose legacy has long been overshadowed.

— Leo Barraclough, Variety, 23 July 2026

Definition of pioneer

Verb

In 2023, the Houthis launched ballistic missiles against Israel in support of Hamas in Gaza, and disrupted Red Sea shipping.

— Chris Lau, CNN Money, 26 July 2026
The episode sees Peter reacting to new FCC censorship mandates by launching his own television network (the titular PTV).

— Chris Snellgrove, Entertainment Weekly, 25 July 2026

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