set

1 of 3

verb

ˈset

set; setting

transitive verb

: to cause to sit : place in or on a seat

: to put (a fowl) on eggs to hatch them

: to put (eggs) for hatching under a fowl or into an incubator

: to place (oneself) in position to start running in a race

: to place with care or deliberate purpose and with relative stability

set a ladder against the wall

set a stone on the grave

: transplant sense 1

set seedlings

c(1)

: to make (a trap) ready to catch prey

(2)

: to fix (a hook) firmly into the jaw of a fish

: to put aside (something, such as dough containing yeast) for fermenting

: to direct with fixed attention

set your mind to it

: to cause to assume a specified condition, relation, or occupation

slaves were set free

set the house on fire

: to cause the start of

set a fire

: to appoint or assign to an office or duty

: post, station

: to cause to assume a specified posture or position

set the door ajar

: to fix as a distinguishing imprint, sign, or appearance

the years have set their mark on him

: affix

: apply

set a match to kindling

: to fix or decide on as a time, limit, or regulation : prescribe

set a wedding day

set the rules for the game

: to establish as the highest level or best performance

set a record for the half mile

: to furnish as a pattern or model

set an example of generosity

: to allot as a task

setting lessons for the children to work upon at home—

Manchester Examiner

: to adjust (a device and especially a measuring device) to a desired position

set the alarm for 7:00

set a thermostat at 68

also : to adjust (something, such as a clock) in conformity with a standard

: to restore to normal position or connection when dislocated or fractured

set a broken bone

: to spread to the wind

set the sails

: to put in order for use

set a place for a guest

: to make scenically ready for a performance

set the stage

c(1)

: to arrange (type) for printing

set type by hand

(2)

: to put into type or its equivalent (as on film)

set the first word in italic

: to put a fine edge on by grinding or honing

set a razor

: to bend slightly the tooth points of (a saw) alternately in opposite directions

: to sink (the head of a nail) below the surface

: to fix in a desired position (as by heating or stretching)

: to arrange (hair) in a desired style by using implements (such as curlers, rollers, or clips) and gels or lotions

: to adorn with something affixed or infixed : stud, dot

clear sky set with stars

: to fix (something, such as a precious stone) in a border of metal : place in a setting

: to place in a specified literary or dramatic setting

a story set in Paris

: to hold something in regard or esteem at the rate of

sets a great deal by daily exercise

: to place in a relative rank or category

set duty before pleasure

: to fix at a certain amount

set bail at $500

: value, rate

their promises were set at naught

: to place as an estimate of worth

set a high value on life

: to place in relation for comparison or balance

theory set against practice

: to direct to action

: to incite to attack or antagonism

war sets brother against brother

: to place by transporting

was set ashore on the island

: to put in motion

: to put and fix in a direction

set our faces toward home once more

of a dog : to point out the position of (game) by holding a fixed attitude

: to defeat (an opponent or a contract) in bridge

: to fix firmly : make immobile : give rigid form or condition to

set her jaw in determination

: to make unyielding or obstinate

: to cause to become firm or solid

set milk for cheese

: to cause (fruit or seed) to develop

intransitive verb

chiefly dialectal : sit

: to be becoming : be suitable : fit

the coat sets well

: to cover and warm eggs to hatch them

: to affect one with or as if with weight

the pudding sets heavily on my stomach

: to place oneself in position in preparation for an action (such as running)

of a plant part : to undergo development usually as a result of pollination

: to pass below the horizon : go down

the sun sets

: to come to an end

this century sets with little mirth—

Thomas Fuller

: to apply oneself to some activity

set to work

: to have a specified direction in motion : flow, tend

the wind was setting from Pine Hill to the farm—

Esther Forbes

of a dog : to indicate the position of game by crouching or pointing

: to dance face to face with another in a square dance

set to your partner and turn

: to become solid or thickened by chemical or physical alteration

the cement sets rapidly

of a dye or color : to become permanent

of a bone : to become whole by growing together

set

2 of 3

noun

: the act or action of setting

: the condition of being set

: a number of things of the same kind that belong or are used together

an electric train set

: mental inclination, tendency, or habit : bent

a set toward mathematics

: a state of psychological preparedness to perceive or respond to an anticipated stimulus or situation

: direction of flow

the set of the wind

: form or carriage of the body or of its parts

her face took on a cynical set—

Raymond Kennedy

: the manner of fitting or of being placed or suspended

in order to give the skirt a pretty set—

Mary J. Howell

: amount of deflection from a straight line

set of a saw's teeth

: permanent change of form (as of metal) due to repeated or excessive stress

: the act or result of arranging hair by curling or waving

or less commonly sett

ˈset

: a young plant or rooted cutting ready for transplanting

: a small bulb, corm, or tuber or a piece of tuber used for propagation

onion sets

: the blossoms of a plant that have set fruit as a result of fertilization

or sett : the burrow of a badger

: the width of the body of a piece of type

: an artificial setting for a scene of a theatrical or film production

or less commonly sett : a rectangular paving stone of sandstone or granite

: a division of a tennis match won by the side that wins at least six games beating the opponent by two games or by winning a tiebreaker

: a collection of books or periodicals forming a unit

: a clutch of eggs

: the basic formation in a country-dance or square dance

: a session of music (such as jazz or dance music) usually followed by an intermission

also : the music played at one session

: a group of persons associated by common interests

: a collection of elements and especially mathematical ones (such as numbers or points)

called also class

: an apparatus of electronic components assembled so as to function as a unit

a television set

: a usually offensive formation in football or basketball

: a group of a specific number of repetitions of a particular exercise

set

3 of 3

adjective

: intent, determined

set upon going

: intentional, premeditated

did it of set purpose

: fixed by authority, appointment, or agreement

The wedding is set [=scheduled] for early June

Students can drop in during set [=designated] office hours

: reluctant to change

set in their ways

: immovable, rigid

set frown

: built-in

a set tub

: settled, persistent

set defiance

: ready for action, use, etc. : prepared

We were set for an early morning start

The table is set. Should I bring out the food?

—often used in the phrase all set

Are we all set [=completely ready] to leave?We replaced the belt, so your car should be all set. [=fully functional and ready for use]She's all set to blast him, all set to wipe that anxious smile off his face, to tell him some hard home truths. And then she stops. She can't do it.—

Norma Fox Mazer

: needing or wanting nothing further

"Would you like more coffee?" "No thanks, I'm set."

The leak is fixed, so you should be set now.

After winning the lottery, they were set for life

—often used in the phrase all set

"Would you like more coffee?" "No thanks, I'm all set."Can I help you find something, or are you all set?Is the bill all set, or do you need some change?

Phrases

set about

: to begin to do

set apart

: to reserve to a particular use

: to make noticeable or outstanding

set aside

: to put to one side : discard

: to reserve for a purpose : save

: dismiss

: annul, overrule

set at

: to mount an attack on : assail

would go although … devils should set at me—

Charlotte Yonge

set eyes on

: to catch sight of

set foot in

: enter

set foot on

: to step onto

set forth

: to give an account or statement of

: to start out on a journey

set forward

: further

: to start out on a journey

set in motion

: to give impulse to

sets the story in motion vividly—

Howard Thompson

set one's hand to

: to become engaged in

set one's heart on

: resolve sense transitive 5

she set her heart on going to medical school

set one's house in order

: to organize one's affairs

set one's sights on

: to determine to pursue

set one's teeth on edge

: irritate, annoy

set one straight

: to correct someone by providing accurate information

set sail

: to start out on a course

especially : to begin a voyage

set sail for Bermuda

set store by or set store on

: to consider valuable, trustworthy, or worthwhile

set the stage

: to provide the basis or background

this trend will set the stage for higher earnings

set to music

: to provide music or instrumental accompaniment for (a text)

set upon

: to attack usually with violence

the dogs set upon the trespassers

Example Sentences

Verb We need to set some extra chairs around the table. He set the ladder against the wall and walked away. I remember setting my bag right here. They set the bricks along the walkway. The jeweler can set the stone several different ways. He turned off the car and set the parking brake. Rangers will set a trap to catch the bear. We set an extra place at the table for our guest. Noun I need to buy a new set of golf clubs. The kids are allowed to watch two hours of television. After that, I turn off the set. We met on the set of Hamlet. Adjective Her college is set in the countryside. Their house is set back from the road. a man with deep-set eyes She has very set ideas about how children should behave. See More

Recent Examples on the Web

Verb

His magnetic pull toward dimpled leather reminds Edney of Jason Kidd, the former California star who set the Pac-12 record with an absurd 110 steals during the 1992-93 season. —

Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2023 Drew Timme to have some of their highest-scoring games in early-season losses, and LSU forward Derek Fountain set a career high Saturday with 26 points. —

Mike Rodak | Mrodak@al.com, al, 8 Feb. 2023 Coco wore a red bikini set with devil horns, while Ice-T sported a red t-shirt and leather trousers with vampire fangs. —

Taiwo Balogun, Peoplemag, 8 Feb. 2023 James set the record with a fadeaway jumper with 10.9 seconds left in the third quarter. —

Christopher Brito, CBS News, 8 Feb. 2023 With a smattering of freckles and a megawatt smile, Jentzen drew attention from casting directors, talent, and other industry insiders when Johna brought him on set with his sister. —

Longreads, 7 Feb. 2023 Austin Peay went 8-4 in his second season as Healy guided an offense that finished sixth in the nation and set a school record with 3,105 yards rushing in 2017. —

Jason Beede, Orlando Sentinel, 6 Feb. 2023 In the last 16 Super Bowls, the anthem has gone over the oddsmaker’s set time on nine occasions and under it six times, with one push. —

Christopher Price, BostonGlobe.com, 6 Feb. 2023 Show your team spirit with a custom cornhole set with your team colors and logo. —

Rebekah Lowin, Country Living, 4 Feb. 2023

Noun

Gustavo Arellano, along with a diverse set of reporters from the award-winning L.A. Times newsroom, delivers the most interesting stories from the Los Angeles Times every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. —

Ian Jamesstaff Writer, Los Angeles Times, 10 Feb. 2023 Give your windows the custom VIP treatment with a set of the Custom Pleat Drapes from Wovn Home. —

Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Feb. 2023 The American Academy of Pediatrics worked with sports organizations to come up with a set of forms that doctors could use to evaluate would-be athletes, said Carl, also a professor of pediatrics at Northwestern University in Chicago. —

Heather Hollingsworth, ajc, 10 Feb. 2023 Still, a new storytelling format comes with a new set of challenges. —

Jessica Leon, EW.com, 10 Feb. 2023 Past the foyer is a great room with a set of double doors that opens to the larger of the two terraces and a parlor decked out with a full wet bar. —

Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 9 Feb. 2023 Chevrolet equips every Trailblazer with a set of basic driver-assistance technology and makes more advanced tech, such as adaptive cruise control, optional. —

Eric Stafford, Car and Driver, 9 Feb. 2023 That comes with a new set of challenges, and in the case of the budding 2023 season, finding two new coordinators came first. —

Michael Casagrande | Mcasagrande@al.com, al, 8 Feb. 2023 Tonight, the Celtics are four-and-a-half-point favorites with the total set at 224.5 points. —

Nick Hennion, Chicago Tribune, 8 Feb. 2023

Adjective

Just keep in mind that the set ships in multiple boxes. —

Good Housekeeping, 6 Feb. 2023 In recent years, the Dallas Opera has mainly used pre-existing productions, bringing in set pieces, props and costumes from elsewhere. —

Dallas News, 4 Feb. 2023 Rinse away any debris, and then use boiling or hot water with a bit of dish washing soap to soak away any set stains and bacteria. —

Lauren Breedlove, Travel + Leisure, 1 Feb. 2023 The games will be played to a set score: 40 points for the two semifinals and 25 for the final. —

Detroit Free Press, 31 Jan. 2023 The picture follows closely the set lines of most of Charlies former opuses. —

Thr Staff, The Hollywood Reporter, 30 Jan. 2023 But the main indicator of inflation, the consumer price index, is compiled by looking at the changes in price specifically urban Americans pay for a set basket of goods. —

Stephen Weiler, Fortune, 27 Jan. 2023 These carbide Bosch bits and their self-centering tips are the perfect choice for those looking for an effective bit set that's relatively inexpensive. —

Alex Rennie, Popular Mechanics, 26 Jan. 2023 The commission decided to allow operating hours to begin earlier at 5 a.m. and remove the set number of employees. —

Stacy Ryburn, Arkansas Online, 24 Jan. 2023 See More

Phrases Containing set

Kids Definition

set

1 of 3 verb

ˈset

set; setting

: to cause to sit

: to give (a fowl) eggs to hatch or provide (eggs) with suitable conditions for hatching

: to put or fix in a place, condition, or position

set a dish on the table

set a trap

set a watch

: to place (a story or performance) in a specified setting

a book set in a small town

: to direct with fixed attention

had set my heart on a new bike

: to cause to be, become, or do

slaves were set free

: to start on purpose

set a fire

: to fix or decide on as a time, limit, or regulation

set a price

set a wedding day

: to establish as the best performance

set a record

: to furnish as a pattern or model

set an example

: to restore to normal position or connection

set a broken bone

: to put in order for immediate use

set the table

: to put in order for printing

set type by hand

: to put into type or something like type (as on photographic film)

set the first word in italic

: to wave, curl, or arrange hair by wetting and drying

: to fix in a setting or frame

set diamonds in a ring

: value entry 2 sense 1, rate

set the loss at $2000

: to put and fix in a direction

set our faces toward home once more

: to fix firmly : give rigid form to

set his jaw in determination

: to become or cause to become firm or solid

the gelatin is setting

: to form and bring to maturity

the old tree still sets a good crop of apples

chiefly dialect : sit sense 1a, b

: to cover and warm eggs to hatch them

the hen has been setting for several days

: to pass below the horizon

the sun sets

: to apply oneself to some activity

set to work

: to have a certain direction in motion : flow

: to become permanent

if you don't wash that fast the stain will set

set

2 of 3 noun

: the act or action of setting

: the condition of being set

: a number of persons or things of the same kind that belong or are used together

the social set

a set of dishes

: direction of flow

the set of the wind

: the form or movement of the body or of its parts

the set of the shoulders

: an artificial setting for a scene of a play or movie

: a group of tennis games that make up a match

: a group of mathematical elements (as numbers or points)

: an electronic device

a television set

set

3 of 3 adjective

: showing great determination

set against going

: fixed by authority

a set rule

: not very willing to change

set in their ways

: fixed sense 1a, rigid

a set smile

: built-in

a set tub for washing

: prepared for use or action : ready

are you all set?

Medical Definition

set

1 of 2 verb

ˈset

set; setting

transitive verb

: to restore to normal position or connection when dislocated or fractured

set a broken bone

intransitive verb

: to become solid or thickened by chemical or physical alteration

of a bone : to become whole by knitting

set

2 of 2 noun

: a state of psychological preparedness usually of limited duration for action in response to an anticipated stimulus or situation

the influence of mental set on problem solving

set 1 of 3

verb

as in to sit

to cover and warm eggs as the young inside develop the hen set for days

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

sit
lay
spawn
hatch
brood
incubate

as in to choose

to decide upon (the time or date for an event) usually from a position of authority set a date for the wedding

Synonyms & Similar Words

choose
pick
select
name
designate
establish
specify
appoint
arrange
announce
assign
determine
adopt
fix
coordinate
prefer
declare
settle
publish
orchestrate
advertise
pin (down)
single (out)
opt (for)

as in to estimate

to make an approximate or tentative judgment regarding fire losses were set at a million dollars

Synonyms & Similar Words

estimate
value
assess
rate
evaluate
appraise
analyze
guesstimate
test
ascertain
determine
discover
valuate
deem
judge
learn
price
decide
adjudge
survey
reassess
prize
reevaluate
assay
settle
reappraise
revalue
rejudge
underestimate
transvaluate
misjudge
transvalue
undervalue
misesteem
misprize

as in to perch

chiefly dialect to rest on the buttocks or haunches come over and set for a spell

Synonyms & Similar Words

sit
perch
lounge
squat
straddle
sprawl
slouch

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

stand
rise
arise
get up

as in to aim

to point or turn (something) toward a target or goal determined to see the West, she set her car towards the sun and drove off

Synonyms & Similar Words

aim
cast
hold
direct
head
level
bend
train
focus
pinpoint
steer
face
sight
concentrate
orient
bear
incline

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

curve
deflect
avert
divert
shunt
detour
sidetrack
rechannel

as in to decide

to come to an agreement or decision concerning the details of finally set some plans for the luncheon

Synonyms & Similar Words

decide
arrange
complete
choose
figure
resolve
plan
settle
finalize
design
fix
dispose of
program
chart
shape
finish
determine
frame
blueprint
promise
calculate
confirm
agree (on)
scheme
lay out
conclude
pledge
maneuver
opt
close
concert
contract
work out
draft
approve
deal
end
authorize
wrap up
affirm
sanction
negotiate
clear
intrigue
programme
hammer out
schematize
warrant
bargain
wind up
square away
map (out)
haggle
okay
dicker
OK
chaffer
horse-trade
round (off or out)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

call
drop
recall
revoke
rescind
repeal
object
counter
differ (over)
abort
call off
disagree (with)
oppose
resist
debate
protest
contest
dispute

as in to secure

to put securely in place or in a desired position had the jeweler set the diamond again

Synonyms & Similar Words

secure
clamp
fasten
catch
anchor
hitch
fix
moor
stuff
wedge
lodge
embed
entrench
implant
engrain
imbed
ingrain
intrench

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

loose
loosen
pull
extract
unfasten
prize
pry
tear (out)
yank
uproot
unloose
wrest
unloosen
unfix
root (out)

as in to freeze

to turn from a liquid into a substance resembling jelly the gelatin is just starting to set now

Synonyms & Similar Words

freeze
gel
jelly
stiffen
clump
gelate
jell
coagulate
congeal
gelatinize
concrete
solidify
cake
fix
clot
harden
indurate
condense
thicken
curd
gum
firm (up)
curdle
lump (up)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

melt
fuse
thaw
liquefy
flux
liquify
deliquesce

as in to put

to arrange something in a certain spot or position set a book on the table

Synonyms & Similar Words

put
place
situate
position
locate
lay
stick
deposit
dispose
set up
fix
establish
park
depose
plant
move
shift
lock
emplace
assemble
orient
rearrange
reorder
slap
collect
carry
plop
plunk
plank
clap
plump
settle
anchor
niche
flop
wedge
ensconce
affix
plunk down
lay out
rank
array
lodge
queue
set down
plonk
line up
berth

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

take
remove
relocate
replace
supersede
displace
banish
supplant
dislodge

as in to harden

to become physically firm or solid the concrete must set completely before anyone can walk on it

Synonyms & Similar Words

freeze
harden
solidify
concrete
stiffen
indurate
congeal
crystallize
gel
incrust
encrust
cake
crystalize
gelate
firm (up)
jelly
coagulate
thicken
rigidify
jell
gelatinize
callus
petrify
anneal
temper
ossify
calcify
clot
case-harden

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

soften
liquefy
melt
fuse
dissolve
thaw
liquify
smelt
flux
unfreeze
deliquesce

set

2 of 3

noun

as in faction

a group of people acting together within a larger group the younger set is less likely to volunteer for the church's annual rummage sale

Synonyms & Similar Words

faction
wing
party
side
team
block
sect
coalition
split
body
bloc
movement
pack
crew
denomination
gang
splinter
caucus
persuasion
scission
schism

as in pack

a group of people sharing a common interest and relating together socially they rarely associate with anyone outside their social set

Synonyms & Similar Words

pack
bunch
crowd
network
community
circle
clique
gang
fold
clan
ring
coven
body
club
organization
lot
coterie
commune
camp
tribe
guild
society
closed shop
college
league
galère
faction
klatch
squad
elite
fraternity
side
gild
klatsch
order
charmed circle
sect
mess
coalition
union
brotherhood
sorority
fellowship
federation
bloc
in-group
council
congress
alliance
sisterhood
confederation
sodality

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

individualist
loner

as in cluster

a number of things considered as a unit a set of tools

Synonyms & Similar Words

cluster
batch
collection
array
bunch
group
grouping
package
assemblage
series
lot
constellation
block
suite
assortment
clump
bank
battery
band
mixture
variety
clutch
muster
huddle
parcel
aggregate
accumulation
the whole kit and caboodle
jumble
aggregation
passel
knot
clot
suit
run
conglomeration
cycle
hodgepodge
agglomeration
miscellany
sundries
odds and ends

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

unit
item
entity
single

as in type

one of the units into which a whole is divided on the basis of a common characteristic the next set of job applicants had far more education and practical experience

Synonyms & Similar Words

type
kind
category
group
sort
tier
classification
class
order
family
bracket
section
variety
generation
rank(s)
species
league
genus
rubric
grade
division
breed
description
like
heading
race
subgroup
subdivision
manner
label
kidney
specialty
feather
branch
nature
subclass
title
ilk
subspecies
speciality

as in scenery

the array of painted backgrounds and furnishings used to establish the setting in a stage production built sets for the play

Synonyms & Similar Words

scenery
decor
scene
backdrop
set piece
background
drop
prop
property
décor
mise-en-scène

set

3 of 3

adjective

as in go

being in a state of fitness for some experience or action we're all set to go

Synonyms & Similar Words

go
prepared
ready
fit
primed
armed
conditioned
ripe
braced
qualified
trained
steeled
fortified

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

unprepared
unready
underprepared
half-cocked
half-baked
unqualified
untrained
flat-footed

as in stuck

firmly positioned in place and difficult to dislodge that rock is really set in the hillside

Synonyms & Similar Words

stuck
jammed
tight
lodged
glued
wedged
frozen
embedded
attached
firm
bound
anchored
clamped
snug
secured
cemented
fast
fastened
bonded
implanted
impacted
entrenched
imbedded
immovable
unyielding
intrenched

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

loose
detached
insecure
movable
freed
unbound
moveable
undone
unattached
unsecured
yielding
loosened
dislodged
unfastened

as in determined

fully committed to achieving a goal set on being the first in her family to graduate from college

Synonyms & Similar Words

determined
intent
resolute
out
bound
resolved
firm
decisive
positive
confident
purposeful
adamant
bent (on or upon)
certain
do-or-die
serious
single-minded
sure
hell-bent (on or upon)
hardened
on one's mettle
persistent
earnest
steady
vehement
willful
unwavering
unswerving
stubborn
rigid
cocksure
unbending
unfaltering
immovable
hard
bitter
uncompromising
unhesitating
unrelenting
dogged
unyielding
implacable
adamantine
headstrong
tenacious
pigheaded
inflexible
hardheaded
obdurate
mulish
perverse
pertinacious
wilful
self-willed

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

faltering
unresolved
hesitant
undetermined
unsure
uncertain
wavering
reluctant
irresolute
indecisive
doubtful
dubious
vacillating
skeptical
suspicious
unconvinced
undecided
unsettled
loath
distrustful
mistrustful
loth
weak-kneed
disinclined
indisposed
loathe

as in certain

having been established and usually not subject to change the library is only open during set hours

Synonyms & Similar Words

certain
fixed
final
stable
settled
determinate
unchanging
firm
unchangeable
flat
frozen
hard
given
specific
steady
constant
definite
uniform
hard-and-fast
stipulated
stated
explicit
exact
inexpugnable
tried
good
unwavering
nonnegotiable
sure
nonadjustable
solid
true
responsible
safe
reliable
dependable
trusty
noncancelable
trustworthy
tried-and-true

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

adjustable
changeable
negotiable
variable
unspecified
indefinite
uncertain
volatile
unpredictable
fluctuating
fluid
unstable
mutable
mercurial
open-ended
capricious
temperamental
changeful
unsettled
inconstant
unsteady
flickery

as in specific

of a particular or exact sort international law has set rules for the treatment of prisoners of war

Synonyms & Similar Words

specific
special
precise
express
sole
distinct
only
concrete
separate
given
single
specified
specialized
restricted
limited
distinctive
individual
unique
peculiar
exclusive
lone
especial
differentiated
solitary

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

general
nonspecific
generic
universal
generalized
nonexclusive

as in intended

made, given, or done with full awareness of what one is doing it was not my set purpose to cause trouble for anyone

Synonyms & Similar Words

intended
deliberate
conscious
voluntary
willed
planned
designed
calculated
intentional
knowing
considered
willful
purposeful
measured
purposive
wilful
advised
studied
witting
weighed
reasoned
optional
thoughtful
volunteer
premeditated
elective
prepense
discretionary
premeditative

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

chance
random
inadvertent
unwitting
incidental
necessary
accidental
haphazard
nondeliberate
unintentional
sudden
required
ordered
mandatory
forced
aimless
desultory
compulsory
impetuous
obligatory
nonpurposive
abrupt
purposeless
hit-or-miss
involuntary
impromptu
spontaneous
casual
instinctive
nonelective
coerced
extemporaneous
unforced
impulsive
unpremeditated

单词	set
释义	set 1 of 3 verb ˈset set; setting transitive verb 1 : to cause to sit : place in or on a seat 2 a : to put (a fowl) on eggs to hatch them b : to put (eggs) for hatching under a fowl or into an incubator 3 : to place (oneself) in position to start running in a race 4 a : to place with care or deliberate purpose and with relative stability set a ladder against the wall set a stone on the grave b : transplant sense 1 set seedlings c(1) : to make (a trap) ready to catch prey (2) : to fix (a hook) firmly into the jaw of a fish d : to put aside (something, such as dough containing yeast) for fermenting 5 : to direct with fixed attention set your mind to it 6 a : to cause to assume a specified condition, relation, or occupation slaves were set free set the house on fire b : to cause the start of set a fire 7 a : to appoint or assign to an office or duty b : post, station 8 : to cause to assume a specified posture or position set the door ajar 9 a : to fix as a distinguishing imprint, sign, or appearance the years have set their mark on him b : affix c : apply set a match to kindling 10 : to fix or decide on as a time, limit, or regulation : prescribe set a wedding day set the rules for the game 11 a : to establish as the highest level or best performance set a record for the half mile b : to furnish as a pattern or model set an example of generosity c : to allot as a task setting lessons for the children to work upon at home—Manchester Examiner 12 a : to adjust (a device and especially a measuring device) to a desired position set the alarm for 7:00 set a thermostat at 68 also : to adjust (something, such as a clock) in conformity with a standard b : to restore to normal position or connection when dislocated or fractured set a broken bone c : to spread to the wind set the sails 13 a : to put in order for use set a place for a guest b : to make scenically ready for a performance set the stage c(1) : to arrange (type) for printing set type by hand (2) : to put into type or its equivalent (as on film) set the first word in italic 14 a : to put a fine edge on by grinding or honing set a razor b : to bend slightly the tooth points of (a saw) alternately in opposite directions c : to sink (the head of a nail) below the surface 15 : to fix in a desired position (as by heating or stretching) 16 : to arrange (hair) in a desired style by using implements (such as curlers, rollers, or clips) and gels or lotions 17 a : to adorn with something affixed or infixed : stud, dot clear sky set with stars b : to fix (something, such as a precious stone) in a border of metal : place in a setting c : to place in a specified literary or dramatic setting a story set in Paris 18 a : to hold something in regard or esteem at the rate of sets a great deal by daily exercise b : to place in a relative rank or category set duty before pleasure c : to fix at a certain amount set bail at $500 d : value, rate their promises were set at naught e : to place as an estimate of worth set a high value on life 19 : to place in relation for comparison or balance theory set against practice 20 a : to direct to action b : to incite to attack or antagonism war sets brother against brother 21 a : to place by transporting was set ashore on the island b : to put in motion c : to put and fix in a direction set our faces toward home once more d of a dog : to point out the position of (game) by holding a fixed attitude 22 : to defeat (an opponent or a contract) in bridge 23 a : to fix firmly : make immobile : give rigid form or condition to set her jaw in determination b : to make unyielding or obstinate 24 : to cause to become firm or solid set milk for cheese 25 : to cause (fruit or seed) to develop intransitive verb 1 chiefly dialectal : sit 2 : to be becoming : be suitable : fit the coat sets well 3 : to cover and warm eggs to hatch them 4 a : to affect one with or as if with weight the pudding sets heavily on my stomach b : to place oneself in position in preparation for an action (such as running) 5 of a plant part : to undergo development usually as a result of pollination 6 a : to pass below the horizon : go down the sun sets b : to come to an end this century sets with little mirth—Thomas Fuller 7 : to apply oneself to some activity set to work 8 : to have a specified direction in motion : flow, tend the wind was setting from Pine Hill to the farm—Esther Forbes 9 of a dog : to indicate the position of game by crouching or pointing 10 : to dance face to face with another in a square dance set to your partner and turn 11 a : to become solid or thickened by chemical or physical alteration the cement sets rapidly b of a dye or color : to become permanent c of a bone : to become whole by growing together set 2 of 3 noun 1 a : the act or action of setting b : the condition of being set 2 : a number of things of the same kind that belong or are used together an electric train set 3 a : mental inclination, tendency, or habit : bent a set toward mathematics b : a state of psychological preparedness to perceive or respond to an anticipated stimulus or situation 4 : direction of flow the set of the wind 5 : form or carriage of the body or of its parts her face took on a cynical set—Raymond Kennedy 6 : the manner of fitting or of being placed or suspended in order to give the skirt a pretty set—Mary J. Howell 7 : amount of deflection from a straight line set of a saw's teeth 8 : permanent change of form (as of metal) due to repeated or excessive stress 9 : the act or result of arranging hair by curling or waving 10 or less commonly sett ˈset a : a young plant or rooted cutting ready for transplanting b : a small bulb, corm, or tuber or a piece of tuber used for propagation onion sets c : the blossoms of a plant that have set fruit as a result of fertilization 11 or sett : the burrow of a badger 12 : the width of the body of a piece of type 13 : an artificial setting for a scene of a theatrical or film production 14 or less commonly sett : a rectangular paving stone of sandstone or granite 15 : a division of a tennis match won by the side that wins at least six games beating the opponent by two games or by winning a tiebreaker 16 : a collection of books or periodicals forming a unit 17 : a clutch of eggs 18 : the basic formation in a country-dance or square dance 19 : a session of music (such as jazz or dance music) usually followed by an intermission also : the music played at one session 20 : a group of persons associated by common interests 21 : a collection of elements and especially mathematical ones (such as numbers or points) called also class 22 : an apparatus of electronic components assembled so as to function as a unit a television set 23 : a usually offensive formation in football or basketball 24 : a group of a specific number of repetitions of a particular exercise set 3 of 3 adjective 1 : intent, determined set upon going 2 : intentional, premeditated did it of set purpose 3 : fixed by authority, appointment, or agreement The wedding is set [=scheduled] for early June Students can drop in during set [=designated] office hours 4 : reluctant to change set in their ways 5 a : immovable, rigid set frown b : built-in a set tub 6 : settled, persistent set defiance 7 a : ready for action, use, etc. : prepared We were set for an early morning start The table is set. Should I bring out the food? —often used in the phrase all set Are we all set [=completely ready] to leave?We replaced the belt, so your car should be all set. [=fully functional and ready for use]She's all set to blast him, all set to wipe that anxious smile off his face, to tell him some hard home truths. And then she stops. She can't do it.—Norma Fox Mazer b : needing or wanting nothing further "Would you like more coffee?" "No thanks, I'm set." The leak is fixed, so you should be set now. After winning the lottery, they were set for life —often used in the phrase all set "Would you like more coffee?" "No thanks, I'm all set."Can I help you find something, or are you all set?Is the bill all set, or do you need some change? Phrases set about : to begin to do set apart 1 : to reserve to a particular use 2 : to make noticeable or outstanding set aside 1 : to put to one side : discard 2 : to reserve for a purpose : save 3 : dismiss 4 : annul, overrule set at : to mount an attack on : assail would go although … devils should set at me—Charlotte Yonge set eyes on : to catch sight of set foot in : enter set foot on : to step onto set forth 1 : to give an account or statement of 2 : to start out on a journey set forward 1 : further 2 : to start out on a journey set in motion : to give impulse to sets the story in motion vividly—Howard Thompson set one's hand to : to become engaged in set one's heart on : resolve sense transitive 5 she set her heart on going to medical school set one's house in order : to organize one's affairs set one's sights on : to determine to pursue set one's teeth on edge : irritate, annoy set one straight : to correct someone by providing accurate information set sail : to start out on a course especially : to begin a voyage set sail for Bermuda set store by or set store on : to consider valuable, trustworthy, or worthwhile set the stage : to provide the basis or background this trend will set the stage for higher earnings set to music : to provide music or instrumental accompaniment for (a text) set upon : to attack usually with violence the dogs set upon the trespassers Synonyms Verb brood hatch incubate sit Noun bloc block body coalition faction party sect side wing Adjective fit go prepared ready See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Verb We need to set some extra chairs around the table. He set the ladder against the wall and walked away. I remember setting my bag right here. They set the bricks along the walkway. The jeweler can set the stone several different ways. He turned off the car and set the parking brake. Rangers will set a trap to catch the bear. We set an extra place at the table for our guest. Noun I need to buy a new set of golf clubs. The kids are allowed to watch two hours of television. After that, I turn off the set. We met on the set of Hamlet. Adjective Her college is set in the countryside. Their house is set back from the road. a man with deep-set eyes She has very set ideas about how children should behave. See More Recent Examples on the Web Verb His magnetic pull toward dimpled leather reminds Edney of Jason Kidd, the former California star who set the Pac-12 record with an absurd 110 steals during the 1992-93 season. —Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2023 Drew Timme to have some of their highest-scoring games in early-season losses, and LSU forward Derek Fountain set a career high Saturday with 26 points. —Mike Rodak \| Mrodak@al.com, al, 8 Feb. 2023 Coco wore a red bikini set with devil horns, while Ice-T sported a red t-shirt and leather trousers with vampire fangs. —Taiwo Balogun, Peoplemag, 8 Feb. 2023 James set the record with a fadeaway jumper with 10.9 seconds left in the third quarter. —Christopher Brito, CBS News, 8 Feb. 2023 With a smattering of freckles and a megawatt smile, Jentzen drew attention from casting directors, talent, and other industry insiders when Johna brought him on set with his sister. —Longreads, 7 Feb. 2023 Austin Peay went 8-4 in his second season as Healy guided an offense that finished sixth in the nation and set a school record with 3,105 yards rushing in 2017. —Jason Beede, Orlando Sentinel, 6 Feb. 2023 In the last 16 Super Bowls, the anthem has gone over the oddsmaker’s set time on nine occasions and under it six times, with one push. —Christopher Price, BostonGlobe.com, 6 Feb. 2023 Show your team spirit with a custom cornhole set with your team colors and logo. —Rebekah Lowin, Country Living, 4 Feb. 2023 Noun Gustavo Arellano, along with a diverse set of reporters from the award-winning L.A. Times newsroom, delivers the most interesting stories from the Los Angeles Times every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. —Ian Jamesstaff Writer, Los Angeles Times, 10 Feb. 2023 Give your windows the custom VIP treatment with a set of the Custom Pleat Drapes from Wovn Home. —Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Feb. 2023 The American Academy of Pediatrics worked with sports organizations to come up with a set of forms that doctors could use to evaluate would-be athletes, said Carl, also a professor of pediatrics at Northwestern University in Chicago. —Heather Hollingsworth, ajc, 10 Feb. 2023 Still, a new storytelling format comes with a new set of challenges. —Jessica Leon, EW.com, 10 Feb. 2023 Past the foyer is a great room with a set of double doors that opens to the larger of the two terraces and a parlor decked out with a full wet bar. —Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 9 Feb. 2023 Chevrolet equips every Trailblazer with a set of basic driver-assistance technology and makes more advanced tech, such as adaptive cruise control, optional. —Eric Stafford, Car and Driver, 9 Feb. 2023 That comes with a new set of challenges, and in the case of the budding 2023 season, finding two new coordinators came first. —Michael Casagrande \| Mcasagrande@al.com, al, 8 Feb. 2023 Tonight, the Celtics are four-and-a-half-point favorites with the total set at 224.5 points. —Nick Hennion, Chicago Tribune, 8 Feb. 2023 Adjective Just keep in mind that the set ships in multiple boxes. —Good Housekeeping, 6 Feb. 2023 In recent years, the Dallas Opera has mainly used pre-existing productions, bringing in set pieces, props and costumes from elsewhere. —Dallas News, 4 Feb. 2023 Rinse away any debris, and then use boiling or hot water with a bit of dish washing soap to soak away any set stains and bacteria. —Lauren Breedlove, Travel + Leisure, 1 Feb. 2023 The games will be played to a set score: 40 points for the two semifinals and 25 for the final. —Detroit Free Press, 31 Jan. 2023 The picture follows closely the set lines of most of Charlies former opuses. —Thr Staff, The Hollywood Reporter, 30 Jan. 2023 But the main indicator of inflation, the consumer price index, is compiled by looking at the changes in price specifically urban Americans pay for a set basket of goods. —Stephen Weiler, Fortune, 27 Jan. 2023 These carbide Bosch bits and their self-centering tips are the perfect choice for those looking for an effective bit set that's relatively inexpensive. —Alex Rennie, Popular Mechanics, 26 Jan. 2023 The commission decided to allow operating hours to begin earlier at 5 a.m. and remove the set number of employees. —Stacy Ryburn, Arkansas Online, 24 Jan. 2023 See More Word History Etymology Verb Middle English setten, from Old English settan; akin to Old High German sezzen to set, Old English sittan to sit Adjective Middle English sett, from Old English gesett, past participle of settan First Known Use Verb before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1 Noun 14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a Adjective 14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1 Phrases Containing set chemistry set all set dead set dresser set dinette set hard-set have one's heart set on (something) (get) ready, (get) set, go mind-set Mandelbrot set put/set pen to paper put/set one's mind to (something) saw set replacement set put/set (something) to rights set/get tongues wagging set/lay great store by set/put (something) straight set/start a (new) trend set about set a precedent set a date set a fire set against set back set aside set by set book/text set down set forth set in motion set in one's ways set great store by/on set menu set out set one's own house in order set pattern set piece set point set something afire/aflame/ablaze set square set (something or someone) against set store by set store on set the pace set the pattern set the scene set theory set the seal on set the tone set the world on fire set the wheels in motion set-top box set up set up camp set upon skill set sharp-set well-set box set close-set carved/etched/set/written in stone horsey set get/set/start the ball rolling point set topology set fire to mis-set jet set set a record set/put someone straight fuzzy set set/put someone's mind at ease/rest set/put the record straight set (oneself) up as (something) set (oneself) against set for life set off boxed set self-set set an example set in set priorities set something on fire set someone's mind at ease set (someone) right/straight dead set on set texts stage set set to work set up house set the world alight set on set (something) on its ear set shot television set set light to tea set set up in (something) truth set train set set to dead set against swing set set up as (something) solution set the smart set set apart the jet set set forward set eyes on set at set in train set one straight set up housekeeping set one's house in order set foot in set up shop set up in business set foot on set one's heart on set of pipes set to music set one's hand to set one's sights on set the stage set one's teeth on edge set sail See More chemistry set all set dead set dresser set dinette set hard-set have one's heart set on (something) (get) ready, (get) set, go mind-set Mandelbrot set put/set pen to paper put/set one's mind to (something) saw set replacement set put/set (something) to rights set/get tongues wagging set/lay great store by set/put (something) straight set/start a (new) trend set about set a precedent set a date set a fire set against set back set aside set by set book/text set down set forth set in motion set in one's ways set great store by/on set menu set out set one's own house in order set pattern set piece set point set something afire/aflame/ablaze set square set (something or someone) against set store by set store on set the pace set the pattern set the scene set theory set the seal on set the tone set the world on fire set the wheels in motion set-top box set up set up camp set upon skill set sharp-set well-set box set close-set carved/etched/set/written in stone horsey set get/set/start the ball rolling point set topology set fire to mis-set jet set set a record set/put someone straight fuzzy set set/put someone's mind at ease/rest set/put the record straight set (oneself) up as (something) set (oneself) against set for life set off boxed set self-set set an example set in set priorities set something on fire set someone's mind at ease set (someone) right/straight dead set on set texts stage set set to work set up house set the world alight set on set (something) on its ear set shot television set set light to tea set set up in (something) truth set train set set to dead set against swing set set up as (something) solution set the smart set set apart the jet set set forward set eyes on set at set in train set one straight set up housekeeping set one's house in order set foot in set up shop set up in business set foot on set one's heart on set of pipes set to music set one's hand to set one's sights on set the stage set one's teeth on edge set sail See More Kids Definition set 1 of 3 verb ˈset set; setting 1 : to cause to sit 2 : to give (a fowl) eggs to hatch or provide (eggs) with suitable conditions for hatching 3 a : to put or fix in a place, condition, or position set a dish on the table set a trap set a watch b : to place (a story or performance) in a specified setting a book set in a small town 4 : to direct with fixed attention had set my heart on a new bike 5 : to cause to be, become, or do slaves were set free 6 : to start on purpose set a fire 7 : to fix or decide on as a time, limit, or regulation set a price set a wedding day 8 a : to establish as the best performance set a record b : to furnish as a pattern or model set an example 9 : to restore to normal position or connection set a broken bone 10 a : to put in order for immediate use set the table b : to put in order for printing set type by hand c : to put into type or something like type (as on photographic film) set the first word in italic 11 : to wave, curl, or arrange hair by wetting and drying 12 : to fix in a setting or frame set diamonds in a ring 13 : value entry 2 sense 1, rate set the loss at $2000 14 : to put and fix in a direction set our faces toward home once more 15 : to fix firmly : give rigid form to set his jaw in determination 16 : to become or cause to become firm or solid the gelatin is setting 17 : to form and bring to maturity the old tree still sets a good crop of apples 18 chiefly dialect : sit sense 1a, b 19 : to cover and warm eggs to hatch them the hen has been setting for several days 20 : to pass below the horizon the sun sets 21 : to apply oneself to some activity set to work 22 : to have a certain direction in motion : flow 23 : to become permanent if you don't wash that fast the stain will set set 2 of 3 noun 1 a : the act or action of setting b : the condition of being set 2 : a number of persons or things of the same kind that belong or are used together the social set a set of dishes 3 : direction of flow the set of the wind 4 : the form or movement of the body or of its parts the set of the shoulders 5 : an artificial setting for a scene of a play or movie 6 : a group of tennis games that make up a match 7 : a group of mathematical elements (as numbers or points) 8 : an electronic device a television set set 3 of 3 adjective 1 : showing great determination set against going 2 : fixed by authority a set rule 3 : not very willing to change set in their ways 4 a : fixed sense 1a, rigid a set smile b : built-in a set tub for washing 5 : prepared for use or action : ready are you all set? Medical Definition set 1 of 2 verb ˈset set; setting transitive verb : to restore to normal position or connection when dislocated or fractured set a broken bone intransitive verb 1 : to become solid or thickened by chemical or physical alteration 2 of a bone : to become whole by knitting set 2 of 2 noun : a state of psychological preparedness usually of limited duration for action in response to an anticipated stimulus or situation the influence of mental set on problem solving set 1 of 3 verb 1 as in to sit to cover and warm eggs as the young inside develop the hen set for days Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance sit lay spawn hatch brood incubate 2 as in to choose to decide upon (the time or date for an event) usually from a position of authority set a date for the wedding Synonyms & Similar Words choose pick select name designate establish specify appoint arrange announce assign determine adopt fix coordinate prefer declare settle publish orchestrate advertise pin (down) single (out) opt (for) 3 as in to estimate to make an approximate or tentative judgment regarding fire losses were set at a million dollars Synonyms & Similar Words estimate value assess rate evaluate appraise analyze guesstimate test ascertain determine discover valuate deem judge learn price decide adjudge survey reassess prize reevaluate assay settle reappraise revalue rejudge underestimate transvaluate misjudge transvalue undervalue misesteem misprize 4 as in to perch chiefly dialect to rest on the buttocks or haunches come over and set for a spell Synonyms & Similar Words sit perch lounge squat straddle sprawl slouch Antonyms & Near Antonyms stand rise arise get up 5 as in to aim to point or turn (something) toward a target or goal determined to see the West, she set her car towards the sun and drove off Synonyms & Similar Words aim cast hold direct head level bend train focus pinpoint steer face sight concentrate orient bear incline Antonyms & Near Antonyms curve deflect avert divert shunt detour sidetrack rechannel See More 6 as in to decide to come to an agreement or decision concerning the details of finally set some plans for the luncheon Synonyms & Similar Words decide arrange complete choose figure resolve plan settle finalize design fix dispose of program chart shape finish determine frame blueprint promise calculate confirm agree (on) scheme lay out conclude pledge maneuver opt close concert contract work out draft approve deal end authorize wrap up affirm sanction negotiate clear intrigue programme hammer out schematize warrant bargain wind up square away map (out) haggle okay dicker OK chaffer horse-trade round (off or out) Antonyms & Near Antonyms call drop recall revoke rescind repeal object counter differ (over) abort call off disagree (with) oppose resist debate protest contest dispute See More 7 as in to secure to put securely in place or in a desired position had the jeweler set the diamond again Synonyms & Similar Words secure clamp fasten catch anchor hitch fix moor stuff wedge lodge embed entrench implant engrain imbed ingrain intrench Antonyms & Near Antonyms loose loosen pull extract unfasten prize pry tear (out) yank uproot unloose wrest unloosen unfix root (out) See More 8 as in to freeze to turn from a liquid into a substance resembling jelly the gelatin is just starting to set now Synonyms & Similar Words freeze gel jelly stiffen clump gelate jell coagulate congeal gelatinize concrete solidify cake fix clot harden indurate condense thicken curd gum firm (up) curdle lump (up) Antonyms & Near Antonyms melt fuse thaw liquefy flux liquify deliquesce See More 9 as in to put to arrange something in a certain spot or position set a book on the table Synonyms & Similar Words put place situate position locate lay stick deposit dispose set up fix establish park depose plant move shift lock emplace assemble orient rearrange reorder slap collect carry plop plunk plank clap plump settle anchor niche flop wedge ensconce affix plunk down lay out rank array lodge queue set down plonk line up berth Antonyms & Near Antonyms take remove relocate replace supersede displace banish supplant dislodge See More 10 as in to harden to become physically firm or solid the concrete must set completely before anyone can walk on it Synonyms & Similar Words freeze harden solidify concrete stiffen indurate congeal crystallize gel incrust encrust cake crystalize gelate firm (up) jelly coagulate thicken rigidify jell gelatinize callus petrify anneal temper ossify calcify clot case-harden Antonyms & Near Antonyms soften liquefy melt fuse dissolve thaw liquify smelt flux unfreeze deliquesce See More set 2 of 3 noun 1 as in faction a group of people acting together within a larger group the younger set is less likely to volunteer for the church's annual rummage sale Synonyms & Similar Words faction wing party side team block sect coalition split body bloc movement pack crew denomination gang splinter caucus persuasion scission schism 2 as in pack a group of people sharing a common interest and relating together socially they rarely associate with anyone outside their social set Synonyms & Similar Words pack bunch crowd network community circle clique gang fold clan ring coven body club organization lot coterie commune camp tribe guild society closed shop college league galère faction klatch squad elite fraternity side gild klatsch order charmed circle sect mess coalition union brotherhood sorority fellowship federation bloc in-group council congress alliance sisterhood confederation sodality Antonyms & Near Antonyms individualist loner 3 as in cluster a number of things considered as a unit a set of tools Synonyms & Similar Words cluster batch collection array bunch group grouping package assemblage series lot constellation block suite assortment clump bank battery band mixture variety clutch muster huddle parcel aggregate accumulation the whole kit and caboodle jumble aggregation passel knot clot suit run conglomeration cycle hodgepodge agglomeration miscellany sundries odds and ends Antonyms & Near Antonyms unit item entity single 4 as in type one of the units into which a whole is divided on the basis of a common characteristic the next set of job applicants had far more education and practical experience Synonyms & Similar Words type kind category group sort tier classification class order family bracket section variety generation rank(s) species league genus rubric grade division breed description like heading race subgroup subdivision manner label kidney specialty feather branch nature subclass title ilk subspecies speciality 5 as in scenery the array of painted backgrounds and furnishings used to establish the setting in a stage production built sets for the play Synonyms & Similar Words scenery decor scene backdrop set piece background drop prop property décor mise-en-scène set 3 of 3 adjective 1 as in go being in a state of fitness for some experience or action we're all set to go Synonyms & Similar Words go prepared ready fit primed armed conditioned ripe braced qualified trained steeled fortified Antonyms & Near Antonyms unprepared unready underprepared half-cocked half-baked unqualified untrained flat-footed See More 2 as in stuck firmly positioned in place and difficult to dislodge that rock is really set in the hillside Synonyms & Similar Words stuck jammed tight lodged glued wedged frozen embedded attached firm bound anchored clamped snug secured cemented fast fastened bonded implanted impacted entrenched imbedded immovable unyielding intrenched Antonyms & Near Antonyms loose detached insecure movable freed unbound moveable undone unattached unsecured yielding loosened dislodged unfastened See More 3 as in determined fully committed to achieving a goal set on being the first in her family to graduate from college Synonyms & Similar Words determined intent resolute out bound resolved firm decisive positive confident purposeful adamant bent (on or upon) certain do-or-die serious single-minded sure hell-bent (on or upon) hardened on one's mettle persistent earnest steady vehement willful unwavering unswerving stubborn rigid cocksure unbending unfaltering immovable hard bitter uncompromising unhesitating unrelenting dogged unyielding implacable adamantine headstrong tenacious pigheaded inflexible hardheaded obdurate mulish perverse pertinacious wilful self-willed Antonyms & Near Antonyms faltering unresolved hesitant undetermined unsure uncertain wavering reluctant irresolute indecisive doubtful dubious vacillating skeptical suspicious unconvinced undecided unsettled loath distrustful mistrustful loth weak-kneed disinclined indisposed loathe See More 4 as in certain having been established and usually not subject to change the library is only open during set hours Synonyms & Similar Words certain fixed final stable settled determinate unchanging firm unchangeable flat frozen hard given specific steady constant definite uniform hard-and-fast stipulated stated explicit exact inexpugnable tried good unwavering nonnegotiable sure nonadjustable solid true responsible safe reliable dependable trusty noncancelable trustworthy tried-and-true Antonyms & Near Antonyms adjustable changeable negotiable variable unspecified indefinite uncertain volatile unpredictable fluctuating fluid unstable mutable mercurial open-ended capricious temperamental changeful unsettled inconstant unsteady flickery See More 5 as in specific of a particular or exact sort international law has set rules for the treatment of prisoners of war Synonyms & Similar Words specific special precise express sole distinct only concrete separate given single specified specialized restricted limited distinctive individual unique peculiar exclusive lone especial differentiated solitary Antonyms & Near Antonyms general nonspecific generic universal generalized nonexclusive 6 as in intended made, given, or done with full awareness of what one is doing it was not my set purpose to cause trouble for anyone Synonyms & Similar Words intended deliberate conscious voluntary willed planned designed calculated intentional knowing considered willful purposeful measured purposive wilful advised studied witting weighed reasoned optional thoughtful volunteer premeditated elective prepense discretionary premeditative Antonyms & Near Antonyms chance random inadvertent unwitting incidental necessary accidental haphazard nondeliberate unintentional sudden required ordered mandatory forced aimless desultory compulsory impetuous obligatory nonpurposive abrupt purposeless hit-or-miss involuntary impromptu spontaneous casual instinctive nonelective coerced extemporaneous unforced impulsive unpremeditated See More Phrases Containing set set (something) straight set about set apart set by set aside set foot in set eyes on set down set at set on set in set forth set out set one's heart on set off set store by set store on set up set one's teeth on edge set upon See More set (something) straight set about set apart set by set aside set foot in set eyes on set down set at set on set in set forth set out set one's heart on set off set store by set store on set up set one's teeth on edge set upon See More
随便看	disobeying disobeys disobligation disobligations disoblige disobliged disobliges disobliging disobligingly disobligingnesses disoccupation disodium disodium ino disodium inosinate disodium phosphate disomatic disomaty disome disomic disomies disoperation disoperations disoperative disopinion disorb

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