invent
/ɪnˈvent/
CEFR level A2Topic TechnologyWord #896 in the learning path
发明；创造
Definitions
v. To design or make something that did not exist before.
发明；创造
v. To make up a story or excuse that is untrue.
编造；虚构
Example
My sister invented a clever tool for picking apples.
我姐姐发明了一种巧妙的摘苹果工具。
Engineers must invent affordable technologies that help rural communities gain access to clean drinking water.
工程师必须发明价格可负担的技术，帮助农村社区获得清洁饮用水。
Collocations
- invent a device
- invent an excuse
- invent a story
Word family
- invention (n.)
- inventor (n.)
- inventive (adj.)
Usage tip
invent是创造新事物；discover是发现已有事物。
FAQ
- What does invent mean?
- To design or make something that did not exist before. To make up a story or excuse that is untrue.
- How is invent pronounced?
- UK /ɪnˈvent/, US /ɪnˈvent/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
