Establish

/ɪˈstæb.lɪʃ/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To set up or found on a firm or permanent basis.

The company aims to establish a new branch in the city next year.

To demonstrate the truth or validity of something.

The scientist was able to establish a correlation between diet and health.

To cause (a rule, law, or right) to be accepted and enforced.

They worked hard to establish a new set of guidelines for employee conduct.

To plant or settle in a particular place.

The settlers established a small community near the river.

To make secure or stable.

The organization seeks to establish a relationship with local businesses.

Middle English: from Old French establir, based on Latin stabilire 'to make firm or stable'

establish a relationship

To create a connection or bond with someone.

establish a reputation

To build a certain image or standing in society.

establish oneself

To carve out a position or role for oneself in a particular domain.

establishment

The action of establishing something or the state of being established.

established

Having been in existence for a long time and therefore recognized and generally accepted.

To create a strong presence or influence.

He really established himself in the music scene.

To reach a level of success or notoriety.

Once she established her brand, sales skyrocketed.