orchestrate

verb

or·​ches·​trate ˈȯr-kə-ˌstrāt 

orchestrated; orchestrating

transitive verb

1

a

: to compose or arrange (music) for an orchestra

The composer orchestrated the music for the symphony orchestra.

b

: to provide with orchestration

orchestrate a ballet

2

: to arrange or combine so as to achieve a desired or maximum effect

orchestrated preparations for the banquet

a carefully orchestrated stunt

orchestrator

ˈȯr-kə-ˌstrā-tər 

noun

or less commonly orchestrater

Examples of orchestrate in a Sentence

He recently orchestrated a musical.

She orchestrated the entire event.

It's still unclear who was responsible for orchestrating the attack.

A strike was orchestrated by union members.

Recent Examples on the Web

The political standoff has drawn international scrutiny, with the United States imposing sanctions on Georgian Dream’s founder Bidzina Ivanishvili, accusing him of orchestrating the country’s shift toward Moscow. —Kaelan Deese, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 29 Dec. 2024

Despite being unable to pitch while recovering from surgery, Ohtani helped lead the Dodgers’ run to a World Series title, winning his third most valuable player award after orchestrating the first 50-homer, 50-steal season in history. —Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 28 Dec. 2024

Bateman plays the mercenary orchestrating the scheme. —Rick Porter, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Dec. 2024

In response to her allegations, Lively says that Baldoni's crisis management team orchestrated a smear campaign to discredit her, causing severe emotional distress to her and her family. —Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1858, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

orchestrate

verb

or·​ches·​trate ˈȯr-kə-ˌstrāt 

orchestrated; orchestrating

1

: to write or arrange music for an orchestra

2

: to arrange or combine so as to get the best effect

orchestration

ˌȯr-kə-ˈstrā-shən

noun