Meaning & Definition of Invent in English
English⟶
Invent
/ɪnvɛnt/
verb
1. Come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort
- "Excogitate a way to measure the speed of light"
synonym:
- invent,
- contrive,
- devise,
- excogitate,
- formulate,
- forge
2. Make up something artificial or untrue
synonym:
- fabricate,
- manufacture,
- cook up,
- make up,
- invent
Examples of using
He didn't invent gunpowder.
Individuals invent.
He didn't invent gunpowder.