conceived

[kənˈsiːvd]

conceived Definition

  • 1form or devise (a plan or idea) in the mind
  • 2become pregnant with (a child)
  • 3begin to consider (an idea)

Using conceived: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "conceived" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The idea for the project was originally conceived by the CEO.

  • Example

    She conceived her first child at the age of 25.

  • Example

    I never conceived of such a possibility.

  • Example

    He conceived a plan to start his own business.

conceived Synonyms and Antonyms

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Antonyms for conceived

Idioms Using conceived

  • to form an idea or opinion about something

    Example

    I don't know where he conceived the notion that I was angry with him.

  • difficult to imagine or believe

    Example

    It's hard to conceive how anyone could be so cruel.

  • to begin to like someone or something

    Example

    She gradually conceived a liking for classical music.

Phrases with conceived

  • form a mental image or concept of something

    Example

    It is difficult to conceive of a world without technology.

  • become pregnant with a child

    Example

    She was finally able to conceive a child after years of trying.

  • formulate or develop an idea in the mind

    Example

    He conceived the idea for his novel while on vacation.

Origins of conceived

from Old French 'concevoir', from Latin 'concipere', meaning 'take in, conceive'

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Summary: conceived in Brief

The verb 'conceived' [kənˈsiːvd] means to form or devise a plan or idea in the mind, become pregnant with a child, or begin to consider an idea. It can be used in phrases like 'conceive of,' 'conceive a child,' and 'conceive an idea.' Idioms include 'conceive the notion,' 'hard to conceive,' and 'conceive a liking for.' Synonyms include 'devise,' 'formulate,' and 'imagine.'