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Definition contrive in American English

contrive verb

verb
/kənˈtraɪv/
Example

They would have to contrive a meeting.

Synonyms and related words
bring about start off create
1.1

to succeed in doing something, especially something difficult

Example

We contrived to have an enjoyable vacation in spite of the rain.

Synonyms and related words
succeed manage pull off
2

to invent or make something in a clever or unusual way

Synonyms and related words
breakthrough coin contrive
Definition contrive in American English