Definitions
There are 12 meanings of the word
Build.
How to pronounce build:
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Build - as a noun
Constitution of the human body
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
body-buildhabitus12physique25Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bodily propertyHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Alternative names for the body of a human being
Example: "Leonardo studied the human body"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
anatomy12chassis12figure10flesh11form9frame10human bodymaterial bodyphysical bodyphysique25shape10soma6Hypernyms (Closely Related)
body10organic structureHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Build - as a verb
Make by combining materials and parts
Example: "This little pig made his house out of straw"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
construct13make10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
create8make10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Form or accumulate steadily
Example: "Resistance to the manager's plan built up quickly"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
build upprogress11work upBuild or establish something abstract
Example: "Build a reputation"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
establish14Improve the cleansing action of
Example: "Build detergents"
Order, supervise, or finance the construction of
Example: "The government is building new schools in this state"
Give form to, according to a plan
Example: "Build a modern nation"
Be engaged in building
Example: "These architects build in interesting and new styles"
Found or ground
Example: "Build a defense on nothing but the accused person's reputation"
Bolster or strengthen
Example: "We worked up courage"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
build upramp upwork upDevelop and grow
Example: "Suspense was building right from the beginning of the opera"
Example Sentences
"He plans to build a house in the countryside."
"They are going to build a bridge over the river."
"She aspires to build a successful career in architecture."
"The company decided to build a new factory in the city."
"We need to build stronger relationships with our clients."
Word Game Points
Is BUILD a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, build is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
BUILD has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is BUILD a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, build is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordBUILD has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is BUILD a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, build is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordBUILD has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
