find

/faɪnd/
verb
  1. To discover or locate something that was lost, hidden, or not known.
    • I need to find my keys before I leave for work.
    • She found a beautiful seashell on the beach.
    • The detective finally found the missing painting.
  2. To experience or realize something, often by chance or through effort.
    • He finds great joy in gardening.
    • I find that exercise helps me sleep better.
    • They found the movie to be very entertaining.
  3. To reach a decision or conclusion, especially in a legal or official context.
    • The court found that the company had broken the law.
    • The jury found the defendant not guilty.
    • After reviewing the evidence, the judge found him innocent.
  4. To obtain or get something, especially after searching or effort.
    • She found a new job after months of searching.
    • We need to find a solution to this problem.
    • He found the courage to speak in public.
Antonyms
noun
  1. Something that is discovered, especially something valuable or interesting.
    • The archaeologist's latest find was a 2,000-year-old vase.
    • That old coin was a real find at the flea market.
    • Her new restaurant is a great find in the neighborhood.
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