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build
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- pronunciation:
- bIld
- parts of speech:
- verb, noun
- phrases:
- build up
- features:
- Word History, Word Builder, Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
builds, building, built |
| definition 1: |
to make by joining together different parts and materials; construct.
We're going to build a tree house.
- synonyms:
- construct
- antonyms:
- dismantle, tear down
- similar words:
- assemble, create, erect, form, make
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| definition 2: |
to form or create.
The coach is hoping to build a strong team this year.- synonyms:
- create, form
- antonyms:
- destroy, eradicate
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| definition 3: |
to make stronger or larger.
Success built her confidence.- synonyms:
- develop, strengthen
- antonyms:
- decrease, diminish, weaken
- similar words:
- augment, enlarge, fortify, heighten, increase, intensify, reinforce, swell
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| definition 4: |
to grow in size, amount, or intensity.
Listen to the music build.- synonyms:
- develop, intensify, swell
- antonyms:
- decrease, diminish, reduce
- similar words:
- grow, heighten, increase, mount
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| related words: |
develop, found, manufacture, produce, raise, weave |
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| phrase: |
build up |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
a particular type of body; figure.
Football players often have a large build.- similar words:
- body, figure, frame
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| related words: |
form |
The word build comes from bilden, an early English word that means "a dwelling or house." The current spelling did not appear until the late 1500s.
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