concoct
1 of 1verb/kən.ˈkɑkt/
Forms:concocts,concocting,concocted,concocted
1
to create something, especially using imagination or clever thinking
transitive- She concocted a clever method to organize her notes that others soon adopted.
- The detective concocted a sting operation to catch the thief in action.
- Students collaborated to concoct a creative solution for the science fair project.
- The storyteller had the ability to concoct captivating tales that mesmerized the audience.
- Artists often concoct imaginative artworks that push the boundaries of traditional forms.
2
to create food or a meal by combining various ingredients or elements
transitive- She managed to concoct a delicious soup using only the leftovers in her fridge.
- Every holiday, my uncle likes to concoct a unique cocktail for the family to try.
- The chef concocted a unique sauce by blending several exotic spices.
- She concocted a delicious stew from the ingredients she found in the pantry.
- She concocted a delicious dessert by combining chocolate and fresh fruit.