Set

Quick meaning: Set is a verb meaning (transitive) To put (something) down, to rest.

Meaning

(transitive) To put (something) down, to rest.

More Meanings

1. (transitive) To attach or affix (something) to something else, or in or upon a certain place.
2. (transitive) To put in a specified condition or state; to cause to be.
3. (transitive) To start (a fire).
4. (transitive, dated) To cause to stop or stick; to obstruct; to fasten to a spot.
5. (transitive) To determine or settle.
6. (transitive) To adjust.
7. (transitive) To punch (a nail) into wood so that its head is below the surface.

Example Sentences

Set the tray there.

to set a coach in the mud

The Lord set a mark upon Cain.

Every incident sets him thinking.

Word Forms

• sets
• setting
• setten
• settest
• setteth
• setted

Synonyms for set

Depending on context, synonyms include determined, intent, dictated, prearranged, predetermined, prescribed.

Antonyms for set

Common opposites include pick up, extinguish, put out, quench, rise.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include lay, down, mark, bent, put, situated.

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