SET UP Synonyms: 289 Similar and Opposite Words

set up 1 of 2

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as in to put

to arrange something in a certain spot or position set up tables in the living room for the party

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as in to establish

to be responsible for the creation and early operation or use of set up a scholarship fund for deserving students from the inner city

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as in to erect

to fix in an upright position set up a post from which to hang the sign

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as in to build

to form by putting together parts or materials set up the prefabricated shed by following the instructions

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as in to heal

to restore to a healthy condition don't worry, the doctor will set you up in no time

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setup

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noun

ˈset-ˌəp

as in layout

the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized the textbook's setup calls for a list of questions at the end of each chapter

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as in sequence

the way objects in space or events in time are arranged or follow one another changed the setup of the living room furniture several times before being satisfied

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Recent Examples of set up

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The program aims to set up street festivals in Mexico City and other cities across the country where Mexicans and foreign tourists can watch matches free of charge on giant screens. —

ABC News, 15 June 2026 El Niño typically brings wetter conditions to the Gulf Coast and Southeast and can set up a stormier, snowier pattern for parts of California in winter. —

Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 15 June 2026

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Dunn notes the equipment, which costs about $2,500 for a full setup, enables anglers to even see their lures and cast directly to fish. —

ABC News, 15 June 2026 That early payout makes the whole setup feel legit. —

Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 15 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for set up

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Lola Vice will put her NXT Women’s Championship on the line against Kendal Grey, Myles Borne will defend the NXT North American Championship against Tavion Heights, Wren Sinclair will face a challenger for the WWE Women’s Speed Championship and Saquon Shugars takes on Dion Lennox.

— Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 19 June 2026
Earlier, a pair of Harry Kane goals — his ninth and 10th at World Cups — had twice put England ahead, only for some sloppy defending and smart attacking play to give Croatia a route back.

— Andrew Greif, NBC news, 19 June 2026