devising Meaning & Definition
Phonetic codes: D IH0 V AY1 Z IH0 NG
What Does Devising Mean?
Devising is used as a noun meaning the act of creating a plan or some object, especially a will. As a verb, it means present participle and gerund of devise. As a verb, it means To use one's intellect to plan or design (something).
Quick Facts About Devising
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | making and fashioning |
| Plural | devisings |
Devising Definition (Noun)
- the act of creating a plan or some object, especially a will
Devising as a Verb
- present participle and gerund of devise
Verb
- To use one's intellect to plan or design (something).
to devise an argument; to devise a machine, or a new system of writing
- To leave (property) in a will.
- To form a scheme; to lay a plan; to contrive; to consider.
- To plan or scheme for; to plot to obtain.
- To imagine; to guess.
Synonyms of Devising
Devising synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Devising
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Devising in a Sentence
to devise an argument; to devise a machine, or a new system of writing
Word Forms & Grammar
devising (countable and uncountable, plural devisings)
devising
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Common Questions About Devising
Is devising a noun or a verb?
Devising is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for devising?
Words with a similar meaning to devising include making and fashioning. See the full list of devising synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of devising?
The plural of devising is devisings.