conceive (C1)

verb

Pronunciation: /kənˈsiːv/

Definition

To form or develop an idea, plan, or image in your mind.

Examples

• She conceived a plan to start her own business.

• He couldn't conceive of a life without music.

• The artist conceived a new style of painting.

How to Use conceive

conceive of (prepositional phrase)

To imagine or think of something. — "It's difficult to conceive of a world without electricity."

conceive a plan/idea (collocation)

To create a plan or idea. — "She conceived a brilliant plan to solve the problem."

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