devise
/dɪˈvaɪz/
verb
- To invent or plan something, usually after careful thought.
- She devised a simple machine to open jars more easily.
- They devised a schedule that allowed everyone to take turns working from home.
- The team worked together to devise a strategy for the competition.
- To leave property or money to someone in a will.
- The old man devised his collection of rare books to the local library.
- He devised a small sum of money to each of his grandchildren.
- In her will, she devised her entire estate to her niece.
Antonyms
noun
- A clause in a will that gives property to someone.
- The lawyer explained the devise that gave the house to the eldest son.
- The court upheld the devise of the farmland to the charity.
- Each devise in the document was carefully reviewed by the family.