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Devise (Verb)

Meaning 1

Come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort; "excogitate a way to measure the speed of light".

Classification

Verbs of sewing, baking, painting, performing.

Synonyms

  • Contrive
  • Formulate
  • Forge
  • Excogitate
  • Invent

Hypernyms

  • Create By Mental Act
  • Create Mentally

Related Words

  • Devisal (noun)
  • Deviser (noun)
  • Devising (noun)

Meaning 2

Arrange by systematic planning and united effort; "machinate a plot"; "organize a strike"; "devise a plan to take over the director's office".

Classification

Verbs of sewing, baking, painting, performing.

Synonyms

  • Organise
  • Get Up
  • Organize
  • Prepare
  • Machinate

Hypernyms

  • Pioneer
  • Initiate

Hyponyms

  • Lay
  • Put On
  • Sandwich
  • Spatchcock
  • Embattle
  • Mount
  • Set Up

Related Words

  • Deviser (noun)
  • Devising (noun)

Meaning 3

Give by will, especially real property.

Classification

Verbs of buying, selling, owning.

Hypernyms

  • Leave
  • Will

Related Words

  • Devisee (noun)
  • Devise (noun)
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