invent
1 of 1verb/ɪnˈvɛnt/
Forms:invents,inventing,invented,invented
1
to make or design something that did not exist before
A2transitive- Thomas Edison invented the electric light bulb, revolutionizing illumination.
- Scientists continue to invent new technologies to address environmental challenges.
- The inventor spent years working to invent a device that could automate common household tasks.
- Innovative thinkers strive to invent novel ideas that push the boundaries of what is possible.
- By 2030, scientists might invent a cure for this disease.
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2
to create something artificial or untrue, often for the purpose of deception or entertainment
transitive- He tried to invent an excuse for being late to work.
- She had to invent a story to cover up the surprise party.
- They invented a tale to explain the broken vase to their parents.
- He likes to invent tales of his adventures to entertain friends.
- She tends to invent scenarios that never actually happened.
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