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establish

/ɪˈstæb.lɪʃ/
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Adjective:established
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Past Simple:established
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Past Participle:established
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Present Participle:establishing
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• verb

1

To set up an organization, system, or set of rules on a firm or permanent basis.

Example

"The two partners decided to establish a charitable foundation to support local schools."

2

To show, prove, or determine something to be true or certain beyond doubt.

Example

"The researchers conducted several experiments to establish a clear link between sleep and memory retention."

3

To achieve permanent acceptance or recognition for oneself or a practice in a particular role, place, or field.

Example

"After years of dedicated practice, she managed to establish herself as a leading architect in the region."

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• Rhymes for establish

• Nearby Words

essentially
essentialness
essequibo
establish
establishable
established
establisher

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 14th century from Old French 'establiss-', the stem of 'establir', which derives from Latin 'stabilire' (to make firm or steadfast), from 'stabilis' (stable).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Establish. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/establish
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