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found

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /faʊnd/

KK: /faʊnd/

adjective
Definition

Having all usual or expected equipment or features; often used to describe something that is presented in its original state without alteration.


Example

The found objects in the art exhibit were displayed just as they were discovered.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you seen the new art exhibit downtown?
Sloth B
Yeah, I went last weekend, and it was really interesting!
Sloth A
I loved how they used a lot of found objects in the installations.
Sloth B
Me too! It made the whole experience feel unique and creative.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
established
discovered
located
Antonyms
lost
missing
absent
noun
Definition

A type of payment that includes free food and a place to stay, along with a salary.


Example

The job offered a good salary with found, making it very attractive to applicants.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you hear about that job where they provide found for workers?
Sloth B
Yeah, I heard it's a great opportunity if you want to travel.
Sloth A
I think having found would really help save money while exploring new places.
Sloth B
transitive verb
Definition

To create or establish something, especially an organization or institution, often with the intention of it continuing to exist.


Example

The entrepreneur decided to found a new tech company to innovate in the industry.


Tense Forms

Past: founded

Past Participle: founded


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you hear that they found a new way to recycle plastic?
Sloth B
No way! That sounds really interesting.
Sloth A
Yeah, they found a method that reduces waste significantly.
Root Explanation

Found → The word originates from Old English 'fundian', meaning to establish or to set up. It refers to the act of establishing something, such as a company or institution.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word 'fundian', which means to establish something — that's why 'found' means to set up or create something.

Visually Confused Words
fund
foud
unfound
refound
wound
sound
round
pound
Is this page helpful?
Absolutely! It makes the whole experience much more enjoyable.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
provision
support
benefit
Antonyms
deprivation
loss
want
Sloth B
I hope it becomes popular; we need more solutions like that!

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
establish
create
form
Antonyms
destroy
dissolve
disband