construct
Meaning
To construct means to build or create something, often involving careful planning and organization.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "construct" with "constructive," which refers to something helpful or positive rather than the act of building.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
I
decided
to
construct
a
small
wooden
bench
for
the
garden
this
weekend
.
First
,
I
planned
the
measurements
and
bought
the
materials
at
a
nearby
store
.
My
neighbor
helped
me
with
the
tools
,
and
we
worked
carefully
so
the
bench
would
be
stable
.
After
a
few
hours
of
cutting
and
assembling
,
the
bench
looked
simple
but
strong
.
Now
I
enjoy
sitting
outside
with
a
cup
of
tea
and
watching
the
birds
.
Common Phrases
construct a building
construct a theory
construct an argument
Synonyms
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