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verb · adjective

constructed

v. · adj.
US /kənˈstɹəktəd/ UK /kənstɹˈʌktɪd/ con·struct·ed

  1. 01 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.

    Simple

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

    In context

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

  2. 02 C1 Advanced AcademicFormal

    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.

    Simple

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

    In context

    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.

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Level B1 · Intermediate
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