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Word

constructed

Phoneticscon·struct·ed, stress on the second syllable

US/kənˈstɹəktəd/

UK/kənstɹˈʌktɪd/

Definitions

01built or created

B1 · Intermediate

v. built or put together something large, like a building, bridge, or a complex idea.

v. the past tense or past participle of 'construct', referring to the assembly of physical structures or the systematic development of theories.

“The new bridge was constructed in less than a year to help traffic flow.”

“The legal team constructed a compelling argument based on evidence that had been overlooked during the initial investigation.”

02artificial or man-made

C1 · Advanced Academic · Formal

adj. made by people rather than happening naturally.

adj. referring to something that is artificial, created by human agency, or synthesized rather than occurring in a natural state.

“Esperanto is a constructed language designed to be easy for everyone to learn.”

“The researchers studied the differences between natural ecosystems and constructed wetlands designed for wastewater treatment.”

Usage

Often used in technical or academic contexts to describe systems like languages or environments.

Antonyms

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Exam level
CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
Frequency
Common
Level
B1 · Intermediate
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