establish
To start something like a company, school, or system in an official way.
To start or create an organization, system, or set of rules in an official or permanent way.
To prove that something is true or correct so people believe it.
To show something is true, real, or valid in a way that people accept.
To make people see you as having a certain position or reputation for a long time.
To make a position, reputation, or relationship recognized and likely to continue for a long time.
- Base: establish
- 3rd Person Singular: establishes
- Present Participle: establishing
- Past: established
establish a foothold
1Gain secure position in area/market
To get and keep a strong position in a place, business, or situation.
- The company has established a foothold in the Asian market.
- They quickly established a foothold in the industry.
establish contact
1Begin communication with someone
To start communicating with someone, especially for the first time.
- We need to establish contact with the local authorities before starting work.
- The rescue team tried to establish contact with the lost hikers.
establish the facts
1Find and confirm the truth
To find out what is true by getting clear information.
- Before making accusations, we must establish the facts.
- The lawyer worked hard to establish the facts of the case.