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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
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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
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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
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base begin establish set up start
STRONG
constitute formulate inaugurate institute originate
Antonyms
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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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In 2001, when St. Michael’s wanted to borrow $9 million to build a new dormitory, Moody’s told prospective lenders that the institution was creditworthy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

He said the identity he is looking to build on and off the court starts with hard work.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

"It allows us to bring the past into the present while continuing to build experiences and strengthen the legacy that emotionally connects with supporters," he said.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

Paradoxically, the overwhelming show of force could persuade Iran to rush to build nuclear weapons, Singh said.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

That is a long time to build a bridge!

From "The (Mostly) True Story of Cleopatra's Needle" by Dan Gutman