Establish Meaning and Definition
Establish
Pronunciation
/ɪˈstæblɪʃ/
Part of Speech
Verb
Definition
To bring into existence or make stable; to make permanent or secure; to set up or organize an institution, business, or system.
Examples
- The company established a presence in the European market.
- The government established a new department to handle environmental issues.
Synonyms
- Found
- Set up
- Organize
Antonyms
- Disestablish
- Dissolve
- Abandon
Etymology
From Latin establishere, from estabiliere, from stabilis (stable) + are (to make).
Usage Notes
Establish is often used in formal contexts, such as business, government, and academia.
Cultural References
Establish appeared in the title of the 1998 film “Establishing Shot”.
Idiomatic Expressions or Phrases
Set up shop, Get established, Make yourself at home
Related Words or Phrases
Found, Set up, Organize, Establishing, Entity
Collocations
Establish a presence, Establish a reputation, Establish a new standard
Frequency of Use
Establish is a moderately common verb in modern language, with a moderate level of usage in most industries and contexts.
Common Misspellings
Establishe, Estabelish, Establiseh