produce
0 antonyms and opposites of produce, grouped by meaning.
Verb — To make or create something, especially in large quantities.
How to use produce
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin prōdūcō, "to lead forth," from prō- ("forth") + dūcō ("to lead").
Full origin of produce →Frequently asked questions
What does “produce” mean?
The word “produce” means to make or create something, especially in large quantities. In plain terms, to make something, or to show it; as a noun, farm-grown food.
How do you pronounce “produce”?
“Produce” is pronounced pruh-JOOS (/pɹəˈd͡ʒuːs/ in IPA).
How do you use “produce” in a sentence?
Here is “produce” used in a sentence: “The factory produces thousands of cars each year.”
What part of speech is “produce”?
Depending on how it is used, “produce” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “produce” come from?
The word “produce” comes from Latin. From Latin prōdūcō, "to lead forth," from prō- ("forth") + dūcō ("to lead").
Is “produce” a common word?
“Produce” is a very common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
How many meanings does “produce” have?
“Produce” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to make or create something, especially in large quantities.
What is the difference between the verb 'produce' and the noun 'produce'?
They are spelled the same but differ in stress and meaning. The verb, stressed on the second syllable (pro-DUCE), means to make or create something. The noun, stressed on the first syllable (PRO-duce), means fresh fruits and vegetables, as sold in a grocery store. This makes 'produce' a classic heteronym.
What is the difference between produce and manufacture?
Both mean to make things, but 'manufacture' specifically suggests making goods on a large scale in a factory, using machinery. 'Produce' is broader: you can produce cars, but you can also produce a film, a crop, electricity, or a report. Everything manufactured is produced, but not everything produced is manufactured.
What is an example of 'produce' as a verb?
You produce something whenever you make or create it, especially in quantity. A factory produces cars, a writer produces a novel, a country produces oil, and a body produces hormones. In each case, something new is brought into existence through effort or a natural process. The emphasis is often on output and volume.