Definitions and Examples of assemble, construct, erect
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To put together the parts of something to create a whole.
Example
We need to assemble the furniture before we can use it.
To build or create something by putting different parts together.
Example
The workers will construct a new building in the empty lot.
erect
To build or set up something, especially a structure or monument.
Example
The city plans to erect a statue in the park to honor the founder.
Key Differences: assemble vs construct vs erect
- 1Assemble refers to putting together the parts of something to create a whole.
- 2Construct refers to building or creating something by putting different parts together.
- 3Erect refers to building or setting up something, especially a structure or monument.
Effective Usage of assemble, construct, erect
- 1Construction: Use assemble, construct, and erect when talking about building or creating something.
- 2Manufacturing: Use assemble to describe the process of putting together parts to create a product.
- 3Engineering: Use construct and erect to describe the process of building structures or monuments.
Remember this!
The antonyms of dismantled are assemble, construct, and erect. These words convey the opposite meaning of taking something apart or breaking it down into smaller pieces. Use these words when talking about building or creating something, manufacturing products, or engineering structures or monuments.
