Pronunciation

/dɪˈzaɪn/

Definitions

Noun

• 1. The process of creating or planning something, especially concerning its appearance, shape, or function: The designer spent months refining the product’s design.
• 2. A plan or outline for something: They presented their new building design to the city council.
• 3. A distinctive visual style or pattern: Her fashion sense had a unique design.

Verb

• To design means to create a plan, blueprint, or layout for something: She designed a user-friendly interface for the app.
• To redesign refers to the act of making significant changes to an existing design: They decided to redesign the company logo.

Phrases

• “Design a system” means to create a plan for organizing or operating a system.
• “Design thinking” is a problem-solving approach that emphasizes understanding users’ needs.
• “Design aesthetic” refers to the overall look and feel of a product or space.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The architect’s design incorporated sustainable materials and energy-efficient features.”
• Verb: “She was tasked with designing a new marketing campaign for the brand.”
• Verb (passive): “The house was designed by a renowned architect.”

Synonyms

• Layout
• Concept
• Blueprint
• Plan
• Form
• Shape
• Layout
• Architecture
• Creation
• Pattern

Antonyms

• Destruction
• Deconstruction
• Reversal
• Disruption
• Unplanned
• Random