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found
/fɑʊnd/
Established or brought into existence.
Antonyms of found
Adjectives
As in discovered
Strongest matches:
- lost
- missing
- hidden
Weak matches:
- concealed
- unnoticed
- overlooked
Adjectives
As in established
Strongest matches:
- dismantled
- abolished
Weak matches:
- disbanded
- liquidated
Synonyms
established, created, set up, instituted, formed, originated, built, constructed, inaugurated, initiated
Usage examples:
1. I found my lost keys under the couch after searching for hours.
2. She found the book she wanted at the local library.
3. They found a stray cat in their backyard and decided to adopt it.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a direct antonym for 'found'?
A direct antonym for 'found' (in the sense of establishing or creating something) would be 'abolish' or 'dismantle.' These terms reflect the action of ending or destroying something that has been established.
If 'found' also means to discover something, what is its antonym in this context?
In the context of discovering something, an antonym for 'found' could be 'lose' or 'misplace.' These words imply the act of losing sight of or possession of something rather than discovering it.
Is there an antonym for 'found' that can be used when it means to base something on a particular principle?
Yes, when 'found' is used to mean basing something on a particular principle, an antonym could be 'disprove' or 'refute.' These terms suggest the action of showing that a principle or foundation is wrong.
Can 'found' have an antonym in the sense of a legal or formal establishment of an institution?
In the legal or formal sense of establishing an institution, the antonym for 'found' might be 'dissolve' or 'liquidate.' These words are used to describe the process of formally ending or closing down an established institution.