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concoct

 

[ kənˈkɒkt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

recipe creation

To prepare or make by combining ingredients, especially in an inventive or imaginative way.

Synonyms

create, design, devise, formulate, invent

Examples of usage

  • He concocted a delicious new cocktail for the party.
  • She concocted a plan to surprise her friend on her birthday.
  • The chef concocted a special sauce for the dish.
Context #2 | Verb

false story

To make up or fabricate (an excuse, story, etc.), typically with the intention to deceive.

Synonyms

fabricate, fabricate, falsify, forge, invent

Examples of usage

  • He concocted a false alibi to avoid getting in trouble.
  • She concocted a story about being sick to skip school.
  • The suspect concocted a elaborate lie to cover up his crime.

Translations

Translations of the word "concoct" in other languages:

🇵🇹 inventar

🇮🇳 गढ़ना

🇩🇪 zusammenbrauen

🇮🇩 meramu

🇺🇦 вигадати

🇵🇱 wymyślać

🇯🇵 でっちあげる

🇫🇷 inventer

🇪🇸 inventar

🇹🇷 uydurmak

🇰🇷 지어내다

🇸🇦 اختلق

🇨🇿 vymyslet

🇸🇰 vymyslieť

🇨🇳 捏造

🇸🇮 izumiti

🇮🇸 upphugsa

🇰🇿 ойлап табу

🇬🇪 გამოგონება

🇦🇿 uydurmaq

🇲🇽 inventar

Etymology

The word 'concoct' originated from the Latin word 'concoquere,' which means 'to digest.' Over time, the meaning of the word evolved to refer to the act of mixing or preparing ingredients. In the English language, 'concoct' has been used since the 16th century to describe the process of creating something by combining various elements. It carries connotations of creativity and ingenuity in both literal and figurative contexts.

See also: concoction.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,487 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.