Contrive
/kənˈtraɪv/noun
To create or bring about an object or situation by deliberate use of skill and artifice.
Did you know?The roots of 'contrive' hint at ancient practices of deception and clever invention, echoing the magical thinking of early alchemists and tricksters.
Etymological Timeline
Late Latin
Latin
contrivĕre
“To find out by skillful means or to devise.”
Old French
Old French
contriver
“To plan or devise with ingenuity.”
Middle English
Middle English
contriven
“To plan, scheme, or devise.”
Modern English
English
contrive
“To create or bring about through a deliberate act of skill or ingenuity.”