Definition of found - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
establishstart an organization, city, or institution
- She founds a charity to help children.
2.
basisbase an idea, argument, or system on something
- His theory is founded on scientific research.
3.
metalworkTECH. melt metal and pour it into a mould to shape itTECH.
- They found bronze statues in the workshop.
Adjective
1.
unexpecteddiscovered or encountered unexpectedly
- The lost keys were found under the couch.
2.
preparednessfurnished or equipped with necessary items
- The cabin was found with all necessary supplies.
Expressions with found
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moves or arrives at a place often after some difficulty
The lost letter found its way to the correct address.
be discovered doing something wrong or secret
He tried to cheat but got found out.
completely absent or unavailable
The document was nowhere to be found in the office.
unexpected money received without effort
Winning the lottery felt like found money.
perfectly satisfying condition, in a setting or experience
With the new job and home, she felt paradise found at last.
considered lacking in a required quality
His performance was found wanting in several areas.
not show enough bravery when facing a challenge
His courage was found wanting during the rescue mission.
is discovered after having died
The missing hiker was found dead in the forest.
judged as not having enough of something needed
His explanation was found lacking by the teacher.
officially declared not guilty of a crime or accusation
She was found innocent of all charges.
strongly refuse to be associated with something
She wouldn't be found dead wearing that dress.
place where lost items are kept
I found my lost scarf at the lost-and-found.
impossible to recover or discover after being lost
The necklace is never to be found again.
in good condition
The boat was well-found and ready for the voyage..
art created from objects not originally intended as art
The gallery displayed found art made from old bicycle parts.
everyday item seen as art
The artist displayed a found object as a sculpture.
display a message informing user no items matched search
The app showed no results found after filtering the list..
having meals and accommodation provided for free
The job is all found, so you won't pay for food or lodging.
Origin of found
Old English, funden (to find)
Terms with found included in their meaning
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material
hard solid substance found in the ground
pebble
small piece of rock found on the ground
finding
something found that was previously unknown
misplaced
unable to be found or recovered
missing object
not able to be found or missing
common pairing
be typically found in combination
marine life
edible fish found in rivers and sea
old world cattle
large bovine animal found in Africa and Asia
discovery
thing that is found or discovered
scarcity
very uncommon or not often found
medical
sticky yellow substance found in ears
animal
stray cat typically found in urban areas
animal
fast bovid mammal with horns found in Africa and Asia
entertainment
coin-operated game found in amusement arcades
animals
bear found in the Arctic region
weight measurement
device for measuring body weight typically found in a bathroom
wildlife
large tiger subspecies found in India and Bangladesh
insect
dark-colored beetle often found in homes
general term
any of various dark-colored flies found worldwide
nature
dark mud found in natural settings
nature
dried leaf often found in autumn
cleaning
cat hair found on objects or clothes
art
prehistoric drawing or painting found inside caves
fruit seed
hard seed found inside a cherry
Examples of found in a sentence
He helped found the city in 1802. The policy is founded on equality for all. Their argument is founded on solid evidence. They found the iron into intricate gates. The artist found silver to create jewelry. The found treasure amazed the explorers.
A found wallet was returned to its owner. The expedition was found with all essential gear. The team was found with the required documents.
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- French:fonder, découvert, ...
- German:gründen, gefunden, ...
- Italian:fondare, ritrovato, ...
- Spanish:fundar, encontrado, ...
- Portuguese:fundar, encontrado, ...
- Chinese:创办, 发现的, ...
- Japanese:設立する, 見つかった, ...
- Arabic:أَسَّسَ, مُكْتَشَف, ...
- Hebrew:לְהָקִים, נִמְצָא, ...
- Russian:основывать, найденный, ...
- Ukrainian:засновувати, знайдений, ...
- Hindi:स्थापित करना, मिला हुआ, ...
Definition of find - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
discoverydiscover something by chance or search
- I found a rare coin in the attic.
2.
searchlocate something or someone being searched for
- They found the missing keys under the couch.
3.
realizationrealize or become aware of something
- She found that she loved painting.
4.
considerationconsider or regard something in a certain way
- He finds the movie quite entertaining.
5.
lifeexperience a feeling or situation
- She found comfort in her friends.
6.
provisionprovide or obtain something needed
- He found the money to pay the rent.
7.
recoveryrecover something lost or not functioning
- She found her lost earring in the garden.
8.
decisionarrive at a conclusion or decision
- The jury found him guilty of the crime.
Noun
1.
valuable discoverysomething valuable discovered or obtained
- The ancient vase was a remarkable find.
2.
creativityUS productive insight or ideaUS
- Her find about the market trend was groundbreaking.
Expressions with find
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learn something new by asking or investigating
I will find out who called earlier.
criticize someone or something too much, often without good reason
He always finds fault with my work.
understand one's situation or position in a new context
She took a moment to find bearings in her new job.
discover oneself in a particular place
He found himself in a strange city.
become physically steady or balanced after moving
She slipped but quickly found her footing.
meet a romantic partner who is well-suited
After years of dating, she found her match in him.
arrive at a destination or place
She found her way to the concert.
allocate a specific period for an activity
He found the time to meet with his team every week.
discover a way to express emotions
She finds an outlet for her anger through painting.
reach an agreement or understanding
After hours of discussion, they managed to find common ground.
criticize or complain about something or someone
She always finds fault with his cooking.
gain approval or support from someone
She worked hard to find favor with her new boss.
become comfortable and confident in a new situation
It took Marcus a year to find his feet at university.
discover where one fits in a group or situation
After moving to the new city, it took her a while to find her place.
reach a compromise between two different opinions or sides
We need to find the middle ground to solve this issue.
become stable or confident in a new situation
After a few weeks, you'll find your footing in the new role.
develop confidence in expressing yourself
In debate club, you can find your voice without fearing mistakes.
suddenly perform better after sustained effort
In the final lap, she found another gear.
to become comfortable with a routine or activity
After a few weeks, she found a groove in her new job.
discover a way to avoid a rule
They found a loophole in the tax law to save money.
suddenly feel new energy after being tired
After resting, she found a second wind and finished the race.
get someone to accept or take what is offered
I tried to sell my bike but couldn't find a taker.
be repeated or supported by others
Her words found an echo in many people's hearts.
understand your location or direction using a map
After getting lost, we stopped to find and get bearings.
Origin of find
Old English, findan (to find)
Examples of find in a sentence
They found a shortcut through the woods. She found her friend waiting at the cafe. We need to find a solution to this problem. He found that he was good at chess. They found they enjoyed hiking together. Many voters find the proposal unfair.
Did you find the instructions confusing? He found joy in teaching children. They found themselves in a difficult situation. The clinic found a bed for the injured patient. She found someone to watch the children. He managed to find the missing document. They found the old watch in the attic. The committee found a solution to the budget issue. After much debate, they found a compromise everyone could accept. The gold coins were a significant find. Her attic held a rare book find. His find in the art project was innovative. The scientist's find led to a new discovery.
View all translations of find
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- French:trouver, découverte, ...
- German:finden, Fund, ...
- Italian:trovare, scoperta, ...
- Spanish:encontrar, hallazgo, ...
- Portuguese:encontrar, descoberta, ...
- Chinese:发现, 珍品, ...
- Japanese:見つける, 発見, ...
- Arabic:وَجَدَ, اِكْتِشَاف, ...
- Hebrew:לִמְצֹא, מְצִיאָה, ...
- Russian:найти, находка, ...
- Ukrainian:знайти, знахідка, ...
- Hindi:पाना, खोज, ...
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