conducted

word · lemma: conduct

/kənˈdəktəd/
kuhn-DUHK-did
/kəndˈʌktɪd/
kuhn-DUHK-tid

Definition

Past tense of 'conduct'. To organize, carry out, or guide an activity, event, or process, such as a meeting, a survey, or an experiment.

Usage & Nuances

Commonly used in formal contexts, like research ('conducted a study'), meetings ('conducted the meeting'), or investigations. Usually refers to how something was organized or managed. Often confused with 'directed' or 'led', but 'conducted' emphasizes the process, not just leadership.

Example Sentences

The teacher conducted the class very well.

basic

They conducted a survey about eating habits.

basic

The experiment was conducted in the lab.

basic

Sarah conducted the meeting even though she was nervous.

natural

The police conducted an investigation after the theft.

natural

All interviews were conducted online last year.

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