🏗️infrastructure

noun
/ˈɪnfrəˌstrʌktʃər/

Meaning

the basic physical and organizational structures and facilities needed for the operation of a society or enterprise
The basic physical and organizational structures and facilities needed for the operation of a society or enterprise.

Example Sentences

The government is investing heavily in transport infrastructure.

Digital infrastructure is vital for future advancements.

Infrastructure is crucial for development.

Synonyms

framework, foundation, base, system, network, structure, facilities
Entry 1
framework, foundation, base, system, network
Entry 2
framework, foundation
Entry 3
foundation, framework, structure, system, network, facilities

Antonyms

superstructure, disorganization, destruction, fragility, weakness, instability, deterioration, collapse, breakdown, decay
Entry 1
superstructure, disorganization, destruction
Entry 2
disorganization, fragility
Entry 3
weakness, instability, deterioration, collapse, breakdown, decay

Collocations

transport infrastructure, digital infrastructure, infrastructure development, public infrastructure

More Example Sentences

Developing rural healthcare infrastructure should be a national priority.