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invented

verb

Meaning

Created or designed something that did not exist before, such as an idea, a device, or a story.

Examples

She invented a new recipe using only ingredients she had in her pantry.
The scientist invented a machine to purify water.

Synonyms: made, created, devised, originated

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invented (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈventɪd/

Definition

Created or designed something that did not exist before, such as an idea, a device, or a story.

Examples

She invented a new recipe using only ingredients she had in her pantry.
The scientist invented a machine to purify water.
He invented a plausible excuse for being late.

How to Use invented

invent something (prepositional phrase): To create something new. — "She invented a new game for her friends."
invented by (prepositional phrase): To be the creator of something. — "The telephone was invented by Alexander Graham Bell."

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