input
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈɪnpʊt/
KK: /ˈɪnpʊt/
noun
Definition
A contribution or material that is added to a process, system, or project, often to help produce a result or outcome.
Example
The team gathered input from various experts to improve the project.
Conversation
Have you finished your project yet?
Not yet, I'm still waiting for some input from my team.
I hope you get the input you need soon!
Me too! It will really help me wrap things up.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
contribution
data
material
Antonyms
output
result
product
transitive verb
Definition
To enter data or information into a system, especially a computer.
Example
Please input your password to access the account.
Tense Forms
Past: inputted
Past Participle: inputted
Conversation
Did you input all the data into the spreadsheet yet?
Not yet, I'm still working on it.
I can help if you want me to input some of the info.
Root Explanation
Input → It is formed from "in-" (meaning into) and "put" (from Old English "puttan", meaning to place). The word "input" refers to placing information or data into a system or process.
Memory Tip
Think of putting something 'into' a system — 'in-' means into, and 'put' means to place.
Visually Confused Words
unput
ninut
inept
incut
inapt