construct

verb
UK: /kənˈstrʌkt/
US: /ˈkɑːnstrʌkt/

  1. To build or create something, often a building or a structure.

    1. They will construct a new bridge soon near river.
    2. The engineers had to construct a temporary dam to divert the floodwaters.

  2. To create or form something by systematically arranging ideas or elements.

    1. We can construct a schedule for the project soon.
    2. The author skillfully constructs a compelling narrative using vivid imagery.

Synonyms

build concept framework create model form assemble
construct noun

  1. An idea or theory containing various conceptual elements, often based on observation and reasoning.

    1. This construct is helpful for understanding process.
    2. The researchers developed a theoretical construct to explain the social phenomenon.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "construct" in English means: To build or create something, often a building or a structure., To create or form something by systematically arranging ideas or elements..

The phonetic transcription of "construct" is /kənˈstrʌkt/ in British English and /ˈkɑːnstrʌkt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "construct": build, concept, framework, create, model, form, assemble.

Example usage of "construct": "They will construct a new bridge soon near river.". More examples on the page.