Cool MateEstablish
UK /["/ɪˈstæblɪʃ/","/ɪˈstæblɪʃɪz/","/ɪˈstæblɪʃt/","/ɪˈstæblɪʃɪŋ/"]/US /["/ɪˈstæblɪʃ/","/ɪˈstæblɪʃɪz/","/ɪˈstæblɪʃt/","/ɪˈstæblɪʃɪŋ/"]/
Definition
to start or create an organization, a system, etc. that is meant to last for a long time
In simple words: To set up or create something.
Examples
- The scientist aims to establish a new theory of evolution.
- Before we can move forward, we need to establish a clear set of guidelines.
- The organization was established in 2001 to protect wildlife.
- It's important to establish trust with your clients.
- She worked hard to establish herself as a leader in the field.
- The government aims to establish a stronger economy.
- Our goal is to establish partnerships with local businesses.
- The board will establish new policies next week.
Usage notes
Use 'establish' in formal and academic contexts when setting up institutions, relationships, or laws. It's less common in casual conversation.
Grammar pattern
establish + object
Memory hint
Think of 'establish' as 'establishing roots' like planting a tree.
Collocations
- initially
- originally
- formally
- attempt to
- seek to
- try to
- an attempt to establish something
- an effort to establish something
- newly established
- initially
- originally
- formally
- attempt to
- seek to
- try to
- an attempt to establish something
- an effort to establish something
- newly established
- firmly
- securely
- fully
- attempt to
- seek to
- try to
- as
- become established
- get established
- previously established
- conclusively
- definitely
- definitively
- attempt to
- seek to
- try to
- an attempt to establish something
- an effort to establish something
Synonyms
- found
- set up
- initiate
- organize
- confirm
Antonyms
- disband
- dissolve
- destroy
Common mistakes
- Incorrectly using 'establish' as a synonym for 'create' without context.
- Confusing 'establish' with 'find' or 'discover'.
- Using 'establish' in transitive constructions without an object.