Read the dictionary definition of contrive. All definitions for this word.
1. come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort
1. excogitate a way to measure the speed of light
2. put or send forth
1. She threw the flashlight beam into the corner
2. The setting sun threw long shadows
3. cast a spell
4. cast a warm light
3. make or work out a plan for; devise
1. They contrived to murder their boss
2. design a new sales strategy
3. plan an attack
