Definitions for: Conduce


[v] be conducive to; "The use of computers in the classroom lead to better writing"



Webster (1913) Definition: Con*duce", v. i. [imp. & p. p. Conduced; p. pr. &
vb. n. Conducing.] [L. conducere to bring together,
conduce, hire; con- + ducere to lead. See Duke and cf.
Conduct, n., Cond.]
To lead or tend, esp. with reference to a favorable or
desirable result; to contribute; -- usually followed by to or
toward.

He was sensible how much such a union would conduce to
the happiness of both. --Macaulay.

The reasons you allege do more conduce To the hot
passion of distemper'd blood. --Shak.

Syn: To contribute; aid; assist; tend; subserve.


Con*duce", v. t.
To conduct; to lead; to guide. [Obs.]

He was sent to conduce hither the princess. --Sir H.
Wotton.

Synonyms: contribute, lead

See Also: advance, boost, encourage, further, promote

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