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conceive

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Verb — To become pregnant.

How to use conceive

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conceive a child conceive an idea conceive of something

Etymology

From Old French concevoir, from Latin concipiō, "to take in, devise, conceive."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “conceive” mean?

The word “conceive” means to become pregnant. In plain terms, either to become pregnant, or to come up with an idea or plan.

How do you pronounce “conceive”?

“Conceive” is pronounced kuhn-SEEV (/kənˈsiːv/ in IPA).

How do you use “conceive” in a sentence?

Here is “conceive” used in a sentence: “They had been trying to conceive for over a year.”

What part of speech is “conceive”?

“Conceive” is a verb.

Where does the word “conceive” come from?

The word “conceive” comes from Latin. From Old French concevoir, from Latin concipiō, "to take in, devise, conceive.".

Is “conceive” a common word?

“Conceive” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.

How many meanings does “conceive” have?

“Conceive” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to become pregnant.

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