Set Forth

Pronunciation: /sɛt fɔrθ/

Definitions of set forth

verb to establish or explain something in a detailed way

Example Sentences

A1 The teacher set forth the rules of the game for the students to follow.

A2 The company set forth a new policy regarding employee benefits.

B1 The government has set forth a plan to improve public transportation in the city.

B2 The author set forth his arguments clearly in the opening chapter of the book.

C1 The scientist set forth a hypothesis that could revolutionize the field of physics.

C2 The lawyer set forth a compelling case for the defendant's innocence.

Examples of set forth in a Sentence

formal The terms and conditions are clearly set forth in the contract.

informal They've laid out all the rules in the agreement.

slang They've spelled out everything in the deal.

figurative The path to success is set forth by hard work and dedication.

Grammatical Forms of set forth

• past tense: set forth
• plural: set forth
• comparative: more set forth
• superlative: most set forth
• present tense: sets forth
• future tense: will set forth
• perfect tense: has set forth
• continuous tense: is setting forth
• singular: sets forth
• positive degree: set forth
• infinitive: to set forth
• gerund: setting forth
• participle: set forth

Origin and Evolution of set forth

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The phrase 'set forth' originated in Middle English.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to mean 'to put forward or present something for consideration or discussion', the phrase 'set forth' has evolved to also mean 'to begin a journey or expedition'.