American Dictionary
Definition establish in American English
establish
verb
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Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.
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- One-star words are commonly used
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[transitive]
verb
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
A proper procedure for complaints should be established.
The case established an important legal principle.
to start an organization or company
The company was established in 1860.
The board agreed to establish two committees to examine the proposals.
Within six months, Caesar had established his authority over Gaul.
The Institute has established a reputation for supporting the Arts.
The cause of death has not yet been established.
We have established that you were present that afternoon.
Townsend's work firmly established the links between unemployment and poverty.
to make the characters in a story seem real
