invention

something invented

The first known use: in the 14th century

Word Structure

9 Letters, 3 Syllable

invention

8 Phonemes

i n v e n S ə n

onset, rime

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Morpheme

invention

Sentence Examples

The light bulb was one of the most important inventions of the 19th century.

The stories he told about his military service were just inventions.

His explanation was pure invention.

Parts of the movie were accurate, but much of it was invention.

Common Phrases

necessity is the mother of invention

Creative solutions are often produced in response to difficulties or hardships that need to be overcome.

Related Words

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