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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"We will never get growth up to the level Britain needs unless every single postcode in the land is set up to contribute to it," he said.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026

Rodriguez has said temporary camps were being set up for people who had lost their homes.

From Barron's • Jun. 29, 2026

Chesser said his firm, set up as a Nevada trust company, has aided 500 customers in 10 months.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 29, 2026

The executives played down the notion that the two companies are being set up for another deal.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 29, 2026

Jonah barely stopped himself from giving an answer that would have sounded like his dad: “Because the government is set up to serve the people. Not to ruin kids’ lives by making them move.”

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix

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