set
up
Third Person
sets up
Present Participle
setting up
Past Tense
set up
Past Participle
set up
1
to establish a fresh entity, such as a company, system, or organization
transitive
- She set up a charity to support underprivileged children in the community.
- The entrepreneur set a new business up in the tech industry.
- They decided to set up a foundation for environmental conservation.
- The government is planning to set up programs to address unemployment.
- After months of planning and coordination, the entrepreneurs finally set up their own software development company in the heart of the city.
Antonyms:
2
to place a temporary structure in a specific place
transitive
- Due to the protest, the police set up a blockade on Main Street.
- The transportation department set up detour signs due to road construction.
- Volunteers arrived early to set up the shelters for the homeless population, providing a safe and warm place during the winter months.
- Campers were excited to set up their tents along the riverbank, enjoying the scenic beauty of the natural surroundings.
- In preparation for the outdoor wedding, the decorators set up a stunning gazebo adorned with flowers and draped fabric, creating an enchanting ceremony space.
Antonyms:
3
to enable a device or system to function properly by adjusting or installing it
transitive
- I spent hours setting up my gaming console to connect with the online network.
- Can you help me with setting up the printer?I'm having trouble with the configuration.
- The technician is setting up the home theater system to optimize audio and video settings.
- They set up a new Wi-Fi network in the office for faster internet access.
- We should set the security cameras up around the perimeter of the building.
4
to prepare things in anticipation of a specific purpose or event
transitive
- She set the room up for the important business presentation.
- The team set up the equipment for the upcoming concert.
- Please set up the venue for the charity event tomorrow.
- They are working to set up the conference room for the seminar.
- The event planner is busy setting up the venue for the wedding reception.
5
to assemble elements to form a structure, system, or object
transitive
- She set up a model airplane using the kit she bought online.
- Please set the puzzle up on the table for everyone to solve.
- They decided to set up a makeshift campsite for the night.
Antonyms:
6
to provide someone with an opportunity or means to accomplish something
transitive
- The organization set up the volunteers with the necessary training sessions.
- She set up her friend with a job interview at her workplace.
- Let's set the students up with the materials they require for the science experiment.
- The manager set the interns up with the tools they needed to complete the project.
- Following her success in the fashion industry, the designer's mentor set her up with her own clothing line.
7
to loudly produce an unpleasant noise
transitive
- The fireworks set up a loud bang that echoed through the night.
- When the machinery began operating, it set up a constant, irritating hum.
- The crashing of the waves against the shore set up a rhythmic and noisy backdrop.
- As the engine roared to life, it set up a powerful and disruptive vibration.
- When the alarm went off, it set up a blaring siren that startled everyone in the building.
Synonyms:
8
to wrongly present an innocent person as guilty
transitive
- The corrupt official schemed to set up his political opponent with fabricated scandals.
- The cunning scheme was designed to set the innocent employee up as the fall guy.
- The planted drugs were part of a plan to set him up for a false arrest.
- He suspected that his opponents were trying to set him up to take the fall for their mistakes.
- The undercover agent infiltrated the organization to gather evidence of their illegal activities and set them up for arrest.
Synonyms:
9
to plan something dishonestly to achieve a particular outcome
transitive
- He set up an elaborate scheme to make his innocent business partner appear dishonest.
- The hackers set up a phishing website to trick users into revealing their personal information.
- The gossip columnist set up a fake interview to extract sensitive information from the celebrity.
- The criminals set up an elaborate scheme to frame an innocent person for the crime.
- The con artists set up a fake charity to swindle unsuspecting donors out of their money.
10
to prepare a boat by attaching its sails or masts for navigation
transitive
- Let's set the boat up early so we can take advantage of the wind.
- He carefully sets up the sails, ensuring they catch the wind perfectly.
- We will set the yacht up in the morning and enjoy a day of sailing.
- She knows how to set up a sailboat quickly, thanks to her years of experience.
- The sailors efficiently set up the ship for the upcoming voyage."
11
(of a liquid or soft substance) to become firm
- As the ice cream mixture chills, it begins to set up.
- The paint will start to set up within a few minutes of application.
- The epoxy resin sets up quickly, so you need to work fast once it's mixed.
- The cake batter is slowly setting up in the oven.
12
to arrange for two people to meet and possibly start a romantic relationship
transitive
- I didn't know she was trying to set me up until I arrived at the surprise dinner date.
- The mutual friends decided to set up Jane and John, hoping they would click.
- He set up his sister with his best friend, and they're now engaged.
- We set our shy friend up on a blind date to help him meet new people.
- She set her friend up with her co-worker, and they hit it off instantly.
13
to cover the cost of something for someone else as a gesture of generosity or hospitality
transitive
- She generously offered to set the entire group's drinks up for the evening.
- We were pleasantly surprised when our friend set a lavish dinner up for us.
- He regularly sets his friends' meals up as a way of expressing gratitude.
- John decided to set up the first round of drinks for his friends at the bar.
- She offered to set the shots up for everyone celebrating the special occasion.
14
to arrange or schedule something, such as a meeting or event
- Can you set up the interview with the candidate?
- The company will set a training session up for the new employees.
- I need to set up an appointment with the doctor.
- We are going to set up a time to discuss the project.
- She will set a meeting up for next Tuesday.