Meaning & Definition of word "Devise"

verb:

• 1. To plan or invent a complex procedure, system, or mechanism by careful thought.
  • Example: The engineers devised a new strategy to reduce energy consumption.
• 2. To create a method or scheme for achieving a particular goal.
  • Example: She devised a brilliant marketing campaign that increased sales by 30%.
• 3. To contrive or arrange something by careful thought.
  • Example: They devised a plan to improve community safety through neighborhood watch programs.
• 4. To think out, plan, or create in the mind.
  • Example: He devised a solution that would benefit both the workers and the management.
• 5. To come up with a new idea or concept.
  • Example: The team worked together to devise a comprehensive training program.