establish

establish is part of the Academic Word List. It is important for students in college and university.

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ɪˈstæb.lɪʃ/
• SAMPA: /I"st{b.lIS/
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Verb

Plain form establish

Third-person singular establishes

Past tense established

Past participle established

Present participle establishing

(transitive)

1. If you establish something, you start it with the idea that it will last for a long time.

   A good doctor will not only care for each of the patients but will also be able to establish a good relationship with them.

See also

• established (adj)
• start
• begin
• set up

Related words

• establishment