Designs — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Designs
Designs (verb)
- to create, fashion, execute, or construct according to plan, devise, contrive
- to conceive and plan out in the mind
- to have as a purpose, intend
- to design (something) by working with one or more others, to design (something) jointly
Designs (noun)
- a particular purpose or intention held in view by an individual or group
- deliberate purposive planning
- a mental project or scheme in which means to an end are laid down
- the art or practice of planning and supervising the design and execution of architectural interiors and their furnishings
Designs (phrase)
- to have a secret desire and plan to get (something)
- to want to date or have a sexual relationship with (someone)
Designs (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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a method worked out in advance for achieving some objective
"she always achieves her objective by design rather than by luck"
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a secret plan for accomplishing evil or unlawful ends
"the thief had devised an elaborate design to get the invaluable artwork"
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something that one hopes or intends to accomplish
"my design in writing to you is to ask for your support"
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a unit of decoration that is repeated all over something (as a fabric)
"the curtains have a lovely floral design"
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the way in which the elements of something (as a work of art) are arranged
"the design of the building's lobby encourages the free flow of traffic"
Designs (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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to have in mind as a purpose or goal
"early on she had designed to a top position in a major insurance company"
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to work out the details of (something) in advance
"the foreman designed a better layout for the factory floor to improve efficiency"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Designs
The most common words with a similar meaning to Designs:
Near Antonyms of Designs
Word Forms of Designs
Inflections: designed, designing, codesigned, co-designed, codesigning, co-designing
Derived words: designedly (adverb), codesigner (noun)
Origin & Etymology of Designs
Middle English, to outline, indicate, mean, from Anglo-French & Medieval Latin; Anglo-French designer to designate, from Medieval Latin designare, from Latin, to mark out, from de- + signare to mark sign
First known use: 14th centuryt
Words & Phrases Containing Designs
Frequently Asked Questions about Designs
What does "Designs" mean?
"Designs" means to create, fashion, execute, or construct according to plan, devise, contrive. As an a verb, a noun and a phrase, it is defined as: to create, fashion, execute, or construct according to plan, devise, contrive. It has 7 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Designs"?
Other words for "Designs" include arrangements, blueprints, game plans, games, ground plans, master plans, plans and programs. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Designs" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Designs"?
There are 162 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Designs". Common alternatives include arrangements, blueprints, game plans, games, ground plans, master plans, plans, programs, projects and road maps.
How do you use "Designs" in a sentence?
Examples of "Designs" in a sentence: "she always achieves her objective by design rather than by luck"; "the thief had devised an elaborate design to get the invaluable artwork"; "my design in writing to you is to ask for your support".
Is "Designs" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Designs" can be used as a verb, a noun and a phrase, depending on the context.
How do you pronounce "Designs"?
"Designs" is pronounced /di-ˈzīn/ as a verb and /ˌkō-di-ˈzīn/ as a verb and divided into syllables as de·sign.
What is the origin of the word "Designs"?
"Designs" comes from Middle English, to outline, indicate, mean, from Anglo-French & Medieval Latin; Anglo-French designer to designate, from Medieval Latin designare, from Latin, to mark out, from de- + signare to mark sign. First known use: 14th centuryt.
What is another word for "Designs" meaning "a method worked out in advance for achieving some objective"?
When "Designs" (noun) means a method worked out in advance for achieving some objective, synonyms include arrangements, blueprints, game plans, games, ground plans and master plans.