construct

• Nom désignant une idée, une théorie ou un concept formé en assemblant des fragments d'information ou des images mentales ; il désigne aussi une structure physique ou un bâtiment.

A noun referring to an idea, theory, or concept formed by combining pieces of information or mental impressions; also refers to a physical structure or building.

1. Idea or conceptB2formal

   An abstract idea or theory formed by combining pieces of information.

   Concept abstrait construit

   • Justice is a social construct that varies across cultures.
   • The concept of time is a human construct.
   • Gender roles are often seen as a cultural construct.

   Synonymesabstractionconceptconceptionideamodelnotiontheory

2. Physical structureB1formal

   Something built or constructed, such as a building or object.

   construction

   • The ancient construct was made of stone and wood.
   • The engineers examined the construct for structural integrity.
   • This construct is designed to withstand earthquakes.

   Synonymesbuildingconstructionedificefabricstructure

• Verbe utilisé pour désigner l'action de créer, d'assembler ou de former quelque chose de manière systématique.

A verb used to indicate the act of building, assembling, or forming something systematically.

1. Build or assembleB1formal

   To build or put together something physical, like a building or a machine.

   Construire (bâtir, assembler)

   • The workers are constructing a new bridge over the river.
   • They constructed the house using sustainable materials.
   • The company plans to construct a new factory next year.

   Synonymesassemblebuilderectfabricatemakeput togetherraiseset up

   Antonymesdemolishdestroydismantlerazeruinwreck

2. Create or formulateB2formal

   To create or develop something abstract, like an idea, theory, or argument.

   construire (une idée, une théorie)

   • The scientist constructed a new theory to explain the phenomenon.
   • She constructed a compelling argument for the debate.
   • The author constructed a complex plot for the novel.

   Synonymesbuildcomposecontrivecreatedevelopdevisefabricateformulateframeput together

   Antonymesdeconstructdemolishdestroy