Synonyms for

Conceived

Verb / kʌˈnsi:vd / Another word for conceived — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To form or develop an idea, plan, or thought.

Synonyms & similar words

conceive conceptualize gestate believe think conceptualise consider developed created imagined generated formed planned devised invented fabricated crafted hatched brewed contrived envisioned projected visualized fancied

Synonyms by register

Formal

devised formulated originated imagined

Informal

thought up dreamed up figured out hatched

Literary

begotten engendered fashioned

Antonyms

discarded rejected abandoned neglected ignored dismissed

Common collocations

  • conceived a plan
  • conceived an idea
  • conceived a child
  • conceived of a possibility
  • conceived the notion
  • conceived by
  • conceived in

Word family

noun conception
verb conceive
adjective conceivable

Usage note

Often used in the context of ideas, plans, or offspring. 'Conceive of' is a common phrasal verb meaning to form an idea or picture in one's mind.

Example sentences

  1. She conceived a new invention that could change the world.
  2. The artist conceived a beautiful painting in her mind before putting it on the canvas.
  3. The team conceived a plan to win the game.
  4. He conceived a brilliant idea for his science project.
  5. The writer conceived a plot for her next book.

Quotes

  • What we conceive and believe, we can achieve.
  • The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.
  • All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them.

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