NYT Dictionary

CONDUCT

/ˈkɑndʌkt/
NounVerbCON-ductcon-duct · 2 syllablesGrade 6

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2024, 2026

Meaning

The act or method of controlling or directing.

Etymology

Origin: Old English

From Late Latin conductus (“defense, escort”), from Latin conductus, perfect passive participle of condūcō (“bring together”); see also conduce. Displaced native Old English þēaw. Doublet of conduit.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

controlguidancemanagementleadershipbearingbehaviordeportmentdemeanoractionplot

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 1 recorded puzzle:

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