Meaning & Definition of word "Devise"

Devise

/dɪˈvaɪz/

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.

Etymology

Middle English, from Old French 'devise' meaning 'to design, to arrange'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

devise a plan:

to come up with a strategy or method for achieving something

devise a scheme:

to invent or formulate a plan, often with a particular goal in mind

Related Words

device:

a tool or instrument used for a particular purpose

devisable:

capable of being devised or arranged

Slang Meanings of devise

Meaning: to come up with something clever or innovative

Example Sentence: He really devised a clever way to solve the puzzle.