establish

Definitions

To set up on a firm or permanent basis.

To achieve acceptance or recognition for a person, organization, or idea.

To show something to be true or certain by determination or proof.

Examples

The new government hopes to establish a more stable economy by the end of the year.

Scientists are working to establish a clear link between the two environmental factors.

Synonyms

found institute initiate constitute organize create formulate

Antonyms

abolish dismantle destroy terminate dissolve uproot demolish