structure

noun
UK: /ˈstrʌktʃər/
US: /ˈstrʌktʃər/

  1. The way that something is built, arranged, or organized.

    1. The bridge's structure is very strong to withstand high winds. [ ] [ ]
    2. The company changed its structure to become more efficient in the market. [ ] [ ]

  2. A building or other object made from several parts.

    1. The new structure is going to be a modern art museum for the public. [ ] [ ]
    2. The old structure collapsed because it was damaged by the earthquake. [ ] [ ]

  3. In grammar, the way words are arranged in a sentence or phrase.

    1. The sentence structure is simple, with only a subject and verb. [ ] [ ]
    2. Students learn how to vary sentence structure for better writing quality. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

arrangement construction system pattern organization form design building framework
structure verb

  1. To build or organize something.

    1. We need to structure our day better to fit in more work. [ ] [ ]
    2. The class will structure a plan for the school volunteer project. [ ] [ ]

  2. To give a pattern or organization to something.

    1. The essay needs a better structure to make your points clearer now. [ ] [ ]
    2. The course is structured around practical exercises for all students. [ ] [ ]
structure adjective

  1. Relating to the arrangement of parts in a complex entity.

    1. It was a structured interview with a strict set of questions. [ ] [ ]
    2. He likes a structured environment in which he can always do his best. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "structure" in English means: The way that something is built, arranged, or organized., A building or other object made from several parts., In grammar, the way words are arranged in a sentence or phrase..

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

Synonyms for "structure": arrangement, construction, system, pattern, organization, form, design, building, framework.

Example usage of "structure": "The bridge's structure is very strong to withstand high winds.". More examples on the page.