Synonyms for Contrive
Definition of contrive
verb
- make or work out a plan for; devise; "They contrived to murder their boss"; "design a new sales strategy"; "plan an attack"
- come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort; "excogitate a way to measure the speed of light"
- put or send forth; "She threw the flashlight beam into the corner"; "The setting sun threw long shadows"; "cast a spell"; "cast a warm light"
10 synonyms found
Writing tips for "contrive"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like cast, design, devise can replace "contrive" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 10 alternatives available, "contrive" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Contrive" in song lyrics
See how contrive is used in real songs:
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"Because before I go on live all my enemies try to contrive"
Buck 65 — Sunday Driver -
"Some loathsome dash the herald will contrive,"
William Shakespeare — The Rape of Lucrece -
"Their eyes open they could not contrive;"
— Comical Folk