set forth

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set forth

The lawyer set forth her argument clearly to the jury.

Definition

  1. Verb (transitive):

    • To present or explain something clearly and in detail: To state, describe, or list facts, reasons, or arguments in an organized way.
    • To propose or put forward an idea or plan: To suggest something for consideration.

  2. Verb (intransitive):

    • To begin a journey: To start out on a trip or voyage.
Usage Examples

  • Verb (transitive):

    • The author set forth his theories in the first chapter. (The author explained his theories in detail in the first chapter.)
    • She set forth a compelling argument for the new policy. (She presented a compelling argument for the new policy.)

  • Verb (intransitive):

    • We set forth at dawn to avoid the midday heat. (We began our journey at dawn to avoid the midday heat.)
    • The explorers set forth into the unknown wilderness. (The explorers started their journey into the unknown wilderness.)
Advanced Usage

  • "to set something forth": To formally present or expound upon something.

    • The document sets forth the terms of the agreement. (The document formally states the terms of the agreement.)

  • "to set forth on/upon": To embark on a course of action, often one that is challenging or new.

    • He set forth upon a career in medicine. (He embarked on a career in medicine.)
Variants and Related Words
  • Set out (phrasal verb): This is a very close synonym, often used interchangeably with "set forth" for both the "begin a journey" and "explain in detail" meanings.
    • They set out on a long trip. (They began a long trip.)
    • The report sets out the main findings. (The report explains the main findings.)
Synonyms
  • Expound: To explain a theory or belief in detail.
  • Articulate: To express an idea or feeling clearly.
  • Propound: To put forward an idea or theory for consideration.
  • Depart: To leave, especially to start a journey.
  • Embark: To begin a journey or new venture.
Related Phrasal Verbs
  • Set out: As noted above, this is a direct synonym with nearly identical meanings.
    • She set out her reasons for resigning. (She explained her reasons for resigning.)
    • They set out for the mountains early. (They left for the mountains early.)
Related Idioms
  • Lay out: To explain something clearly and carefully. (Note: This is a separate phrasal verb, not a variant of "set forth").
    • He laid out the plan step by step. (He explained the plan step by step.)
set forth

The lawyer set forth her argument clearly to the jury.

Verb
  1. leave
    • The family took off for Florida
  2. state
    • set forth one's reasons

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