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build

[bild] / bɪld /
NOUN
physical structure, form
Synonyms
STRONGEST
frame physique
STRONG
body conformation constitution figure habit habitus shape
Antonyms
WEAK
mind
VERB
construct structure
Synonyms
STRONGEST
assemble erect evolve form make manufacture produce raise reconstruct set up
STRONG
carpenter cast compile compose contrive engineer fabricate fashion forge frame model prefabricate rear sculpture synthesize
WEAK
bring about fit together jerry-build knock together put together put up superstruct throw together throw up
Antonyms
STRONGEST
conclude decrease destroy finish halt neglect raze ruin stop
STRONG
demolish disperse scatter separate wreck
WEAK
decelerate dismantle knock down overthrow overturn take down
VERB
initiate, found
Synonyms
STRONGEST
base begin establish set up start
STRONG
constitute formulate inaugurate institute originate
Antonyms
STRONGEST
complete conclude die end finish
STRONG
stop
WEAK
decelerate decrease demolish destroy dismantle knock down overthrow overturn raze ruin take down
VERB
increase, accelerate
Synonyms
STRONGEST
boost develop enlarge expand improve strengthen
STRONG
aggrandize amplify augment compound escalate extend heighten intensify magnify mount multiply swell wax
Antonyms
STRONGEST
abridge compress decrease diminish discourage halt hurt lessen lower shrink weaken
STRONG
condense contract curtail degrade divide reduce shorten
WEAK
decelerate demolish destroy dismantle knock down overthrow overturn raze ruin take down

Example Sentences

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This former automotive plant was where Amzak Capital Management had planned to build its complex.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

New models can help build on the company’s momentum.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

We have to go build this scene together.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

Policymakers can reduce barriers to nuclear development, encourage investment and build an energy system that is cleaner, more reliable and affordable.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

He was small in build and didn’t look much beyond primary school age, and it filled me with pity to see him doubled over, hacking like an old man.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo