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design

design

166 3.2
A plan or purpose that guides someone's actions
  • noun
  • /dɪˈzaɪn/
translation icon : plan
  • The committee discussed the proposed design, considering both its aesthetic appeal and functionality.
  • a grand design

So that's, I think their sort of design goal here.

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Examples

  • For the framers, federalism was important to the design of the new Constitution for several reasons.

    Academic text (1990)

  • I'm not quite sure what that design is for.

  • l have a design for the future.

    The Postman (1997)

  • I think it's part of the, you know, grand design of our creation.

  • Well, yet another great design, multi piece structure from Jackie.

  • Interest in incorporating creativity and design thinking into professional education is growing.

    Academic text (2011)

  • They're part of a grand design.

    The Hoax (2006)

  • The no-moving-part design makes the products suitable for monitoring media with small particulates.

    Academic text (2011)

  • The architect presented a detailed design for the new community center, emphasizing its eco-friendly features.

  • Her vision for the project included a comprehensive design that aligned with the team's goals and values.

Synonyms

plan
vsdesign
∞ 1.0

A set of steps arranged to reach a goal

is a guiding set of reasons that directs action but may omit exact steps
purpose
vsdesign
∞ 1.6

The reason something is done or made

is a guide for action combining goals and steps rather than only a reason
strategy
vsdesign
∞ 3.7

A plan to reach a goal, often used in business or games

is a general guide for action rather than a method tied to competition
intention
vsdesign
709 2.2

A plan or purpose for what you will do

is an actionable guide for behaviour rather than only a private mental wish
scheme
vsdesign
494 3.9

A way of organizing work or thoughts

is a guiding reason for action that can include secret motives
intent
vsdesign
417 3.4

The reason someone does or says something

is an organized guide for action that can include hidden motives
aim
vsdesign
205 1.0

A goal someone wants to reach

is a guiding course of action that directs efforts toward outcomes
game plan
vsdesign
71 3.7

A set of actions that helps a team or person reach a goal

is a neutral or formal guide for action rather than an informal approach

Antonyms

randomness
19 5.4

A lack of any predictable order or plan

impulsiveness
4 5.9

A habit of acting quickly without thinking about the results

Idioms

by design
26 4.0

On purpose as part of a plan

Compounds

graphic design
15 3.5

The art of using pictures and words to show ideas clearly

interior design
12 3.2

Planning and decorating the inside of a home or office to make it look nice and work well

modern design
2 3.6

A style with clean lines, little decoration, open spaces, and materials like glass and metal

computer-aided design
  • Specialized
1 3.5

A way of using computer software to make and change detailed plans for buildings or products

intricate design
1 4.8

A pattern with many small connected parts that looks very detailed

design criteria
  • Specialized
1 3.9

Standards a designer must meet when creating a product or building

bombproof design
4.8

A very strong design that resists damage and heavy impact

borky design
  • Jargon
9.9

A confusing design that works badly and causes errors in apps or websites

bulletproof design
4.2

A design made to stop bullets and protect people or things

co-design
  • Specialized
4.1

A way of making things together with users and other people to share decisions

cookie-cutter design
  • Informal
4.4

Something that looks the same as many others and has no new ideas

crossback design
4.9

A style with straps that cross at the back used in dresses and swimsuits

creative design
4.1

Turning new and different ideas into products or objects that look good and work well

bare-boned design
5.7

A simple design that has only the basic parts needed

barococo design
9.9

A style that mixes Baroque and Rococo with ornate, playful decoration

monochromatic design
5.5

A design that uses one color and its different shades

multicursal design
  • Specialized
8.2

A layout with many paths, like a maze or garden

kaleidograph design
9.9

A bright repeating pattern of colored shapes that looks like a kaleidoscope

retrogreen design
7.9

A way of making rooms or products that mixes vintage looks with eco-friendly materials

optic design
6.2

Visual look and placement of parts to change how people see it

pedipulator design
  • Specialized
9.6

A machine part that moves like a leg or arm to make exact movements

pentagram design
7.6

A pattern of a five-pointed star used as a symbol in magic or culture

Scandiwegian design
6.1

A style of design from Scandinavian countries with simple, useful furniture and light colors

zipless design
  • UK
8.2

A style of clothing or bag without zippers that looks smooth and simple

How Purposeful

to plot
120 4.8
scheme
494 3.9
design
166 3.2
plan
∞ 1.0
act
∞ 1.0
accident
355 1.0

Surface Forms

design singular
designs plural

Etymology

The word design also came to mean an 'intention' because to 'mark out' is like choosing a goal or plan in your mind. That's why a design can mean a purpose or even a secret aim.