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conduce

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /kənˈdjuːs/

KK: /kənˈdjuːs/

intransitive verb
Definition

To help bring about a particular outcome or result.


Example

The peaceful environment conduces to better concentration and creativity.


Tense Forms

Past: conduced

Past Participle: conduced


Conversation
Sloth A
I love how silence in a room can really conduce to deep thinking.
Sloth B
Absolutely! It helps me focus so much better when it’s quiet.
Sloth A
Yeah, sometimes I just need that peaceful environment to gather my thoughts.
Sloth B
For sure! It’s amazing what a little calm can do for our minds.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
aid
assist
promote
Antonyms
hinder
impede
obstruct
Root Explanation

Conduce is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "ducere" (meaning to lead). The word refers to leading together towards a common goal or purpose.

Memory Tip

Think of leading things 'together' — 'con-' means together, and 'ducere' means to lead, which helps you remember that conduce means to lead towards a common outcome.

Visually Confused Words
disconduce
coendure
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