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invent

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ɪnˈvent/

Forms: inventing, invented

invent means: To create or design a new kind of object, method, or process.

verb

CREATE NEW THINGA2

To create or design a new kind of object, method, or process.

  • She invented a new game.
  • Who invented this machine?
  • Scientists are inventing better ways to store energy.

Similar words: create, devise, develop

Common phrases: invent a machine, invent something new, invent a method

MAKE UP STORYB1

To make up a story, reason, or other imagined thing for a particular purpose.

  • He invented an excuse.
  • Did you invent that story?
  • The writer invented a whole family for her novel.

Similar words: make up, fabricate, concoct

Common phrases: invent an excuse, invent a story, invent a character

Questions about invent

What does invent mean?

To create or design a new kind of object, method, or process.

What is invent in other languages?

Türkçe: icat etmek · Español: inventar · Français: inventer · Deutsch: erfinden · Italiano: inventare · 日本語: 発明する

How do you pronounce invent?

It is pronounced /ɪnˈvent/.

How do you use invent in a sentence?

She invented a new game. Who invented this machine?

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