English dictionary
contrive
verbAudio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
verb
- come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort
verb
- put or send forth
verb
- make or work out a plan for; devise
Example sentences
excogitate a way to measure the speed of light
She threw the flashlight beam into the corner
The setting sun threw long shadows
cast a spell
cast a warm light
They contrived to murder their boss
design a new sales strategy
plan an attack