Definition of Conduct
Quick Meaning of Conduct
To lead, manage, or organize something such as a meeting, experiment, or group of people.
Detailed Definition of Conduct
To organize and carry out an activity or meeting; to direct the course of something.
How to Pronounce Conduct
Stress pattern: oO (2-syllable word).
Tip: As a verb, stress the second syllable: con-DUCT. The first vowel is schwa, the second is short 'u' like in 'but'.
Watch out: Confusion between noun stress (CON-duct) and verb stress (con-DUCT); some speakers use stress on the first syllable for both.
Origin and Etymology of Conduct
From Latin conducere, to lead together; from com- (together) and ducere (to lead).
How to Use Conduct in a Sentence
Each example shows “conduct” with a CEFR level so learners can pick examples that match their fluency.
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“The research team will conduct an experiment next month.”
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“The orchestra conductor will conduct the symphony tonight.”
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“We conducted interviews with customers to gather feedback.”
Synonyms and Antonyms of Conduct
Common Synonyms for Conduct
Smart Synonyms for Conduct — When to Use Each
- manage
- used for overseeing operations or controlling day-to-day activities
- lead
- preferred when directing people or guiding a group
Common Collocations with Conduct
These phrases pair with “conduct” in everyday English:
- conduct a meeting
- conduct an experiment
- conduct a survey
- conduct business
- conduct research
Common Mistakes When Using Conduct
Even fluent speakers slip up with “conduct”. Here’s how to avoid the most common errors:
- ✗ Wrong: The company conducted the survey on customers yesterday.
- ✓ Correct: The company conducted a survey of customers yesterday.
- Why: Use 'survey of' or 'survey with', not 'survey on customers'. Also, survey should be 'a survey', not 'the survey'.
- ✗ Wrong: We conduct a test every weeks.
- ✓ Correct: We conduct a test every week.
- Why: Use singular 'week' after 'every', not 'weeks'. The base form is 'every week', not 'every weeks'.
Other Forms of Conduct
- Noun: conduct
- Verb: conduct
- Adjective: conducive
- Adverb: conductively
Frequently Asked Questions About Conduct
What is the meaning of "Conduct"?
To lead, manage, or organize something such as a meeting, experiment, or group of people.
How do you pronounce "Conduct"?
The IPA is /kənˈdʌkt/. As a verb, stress the second syllable: con-DUCT. The first vowel is schwa, the second is short 'u' like in 'but'.
What part of speech is "Conduct"?
"Conduct" is a verb at B1 level (Common European Framework).
What are synonyms for "Conduct"?
Common synonyms include manage, lead, organize.
How do you use "Conduct" in a sentence?
For example: "The research team will conduct an experiment next month."