Meaning
To devise means to conceive, formulate, or create a systematic plan, strategy, or solution through careful thought and innovative thinking, often in response to a complex problem or challenge.
💡 While "devise" is often used in formal contexts, it is important to distinguish it from similar verbs such as "create" or "invent," as "devise" typically implies a more analytical and methodical approach.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
After
the
winter
break
,
Maria
returned
to
the
community
centre
determined
to
improve
the
small
urban
garden
they
had
started
the
previous
year
.
She
met
with
two
volunteers
and
together
they
began
to
assess
soil
quality
,
light
exposure
and
the
needs
of
perennial
plants
to
establish
clear
priorities
.
By
afternoon
they
could
devise
a
simple
rotation
plan
that
balanced
flowering
species
with
vegetables
,
ensuring
both
visual
interest
and
a
practical
yield
.
They
also
agreed
on
a
modest
schedule
for
watering
and
composting
,
and
set
aside
a
weekend
for
preparing
raised
beds
.
When
neighbours
passed
by
to
admire
the
tidy
plots
,
Maria
felt
reassured
that
thoughtful
planning
would
help
the
garden
flourish
through
the
coming
seasons
.
Common Phrases
devise a strategy
devise a solution
devise a plan
Synonyms
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