devising
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /dɪˈvaɪzɪŋ/
KK: /dɪˈvaɪzɪŋ/
noun
Definition
The act of creating a plan or a strategy for something.
Example
The devising of a new marketing strategy took several months.
Conversation
I heard you’ve been devising a new plan for the project.
Yeah, I think it could really help streamline our process.
That sounds interesting; what’s the main idea behind your devising?
I’m focusing on collaboration and setting clearer goals for everyone.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
planning
design
formulation
Antonyms
disorganization
neglect
destruction
verb
Definition
To create or plan something carefully and with thought.
Example
She is devising a new strategy for the project.
Tense Forms
Past: devised
Past Participle: devised
Conversation
I've been devising a plan for our weekend trip.
That sounds exciting! What do you have in mind?
I thought we could visit a few parks and maybe have a picnic.
Root Explanation
Devising → It is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "visus" (from Latin "videre", meaning to see). The word refers to the act of seeing or planning something down or away, often implying careful thought or planning.
Memory Tip
Think of 'seeing' ('videre') something 'down' or 'away' ('de-') — that's why devising means planning or creating something thoughtfully.
Visually Confused Words
disring