Definitions

set up

[set-uhp] / ˈsɛtˌʌp /

VERB

start

Synonyms

STRONGEST

arrange assemble begin build build up construct create erect establish found inaugurate initiate install institute introduce launch open organize prepare put up raise strengthen

WEAK

back compose constitute elevate make provision for originate prearrange put together rear subsidize usher in

Antonyms

STRONGEST

cease close conclude confuse decrease demolish destroy disarrange dismantle disorder disorganize disperse end finish ignore lessen neglect raze ruin scatter stop weaken

VERB

stimulate

Synonyms

WEAK

elate excite exhilarate inspire stimulate

ADJECTIVE

orderly

Synonyms

STRONG

arranged fixed methodic methodical/methodic orderly prearranged premeditated prepared systematic systematical

Example Sentences

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Set-up man Graham Ashcraft and multi-inning swingman Nick Martinez have both faced Ohtani 10 times in their careers.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 28, 2025

Set-up man Alex Colome is also gone, as are relievers Juan Nicasio and James Pazos and outfielder Guillermo Heredia.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 3, 2018

Set-up man Jordan Walden won’t answer the opening bell due to recurring shoulder woes that sidelined him virtually all of last season.

From Washington Times • Apr. 1, 2016

Set-up man Jordan Walden won't answer the opening bell due to recurring shoulder woes that sidelined him virtually all of last season.

From US News • Apr. 1, 2016

Wasted in Set-up; anyone could punch cards, with a little practice.

From The Romantic Analogue by Skupeldyckle, W.W.

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