cultivate

[ˈkʌltɪveɪt]

cultivate Definition

  • 1to prepare and use land for crops or gardening
  • 2to try to develop and improve something
  • 3to try to win the friendship or support of someone

Using cultivate: Examples

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

  • Example

    They cultivate vegetables and flowers in their garden.

  • Example

    He has been cultivating a new variety of tomato.

  • Example

    She has cultivated a reputation as a tough negotiator.

  • Example

    The company is trying to cultivate a more youthful image.

  • Example

    He has been cultivating his interest in photography for years.

cultivate Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for cultivate

Antonyms for cultivate

Phrases with cultivate

  • to try to establish and maintain a friendly and supportive relationship with someone

    Example

    He has been cultivating a relationship with the CEO of the company.

  • to try to create and maintain a particular public image or reputation

    Example

    The politician has been cultivating an image as a strong leader.

  • to develop a liking or appreciation for something

    Example

    She has been trying to cultivate a taste for classical music.

Origins of cultivate

from Latin 'cultivare', meaning 'to till'

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Summary: cultivate in Brief

The verb 'cultivate' [ˈkʌltɪveɪt] has three main meanings: preparing land for crops or gardening, developing and improving something, and winning the friendship or support of someone. Examples include 'They cultivate vegetables and flowers in their garden,' 'He has been cultivating a new variety of tomato,' and 'She has cultivated a reputation as a tough negotiator.' Phrases include 'cultivate a relationship,' 'cultivate an image,' and 'cultivate a taste.'

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