as in mixture
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things
mixed the chemicals together to form a new compound
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as in amalgamated
made from the joining of two or more parts or elements
a compound word
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as in to increase
to make greater in size, amount, or number
we compounded our error by waiting too long to call for help
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as in to connect
to put or bring together so as to form a new and longer whole
the German language's propensity for compounding words
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Recent Examples of compound
Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 29 July 2025
In the meantime, most utilities will continue to treat their water with corrosion inhibitors — compounds that help prevent plumbing from leaching large amounts of lead into people’s tap water.
—Andrew Brown, Hartford Courant, 29 July 2025
Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 July 2025
Cassidy also highlighted that USB has consistently been one of the best-performing banks in the U.S., as reflected in an attractive compound annual growth rate (CAGR) in shareholder return generated over the past 20 years.
—Tipranks.com Staff, CNBC, 13 July 2025
Claudia Sahm, Mercury News, 29 July 2025
The concern for employee retention is compounded by new hospitals slated to open in Folsom and Roseville this month, potentially increasing competition for skilled staff.
—Amelia Wu, Sacbee.com, 29 July 2025
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Noun
Nestled on almost an acre of land, near hedge fund billionaire Ken Griffin’s 20-plus-acre Blossom Way compound and President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate, the Bermuda-style property has a private underground tunnel that runs beneath South Ocean Boulevard to the shores of the Atlantic Ocean.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 29 July 2025
In the meantime, most utilities will continue to treat their water with corrosion inhibitors — compounds that help prevent plumbing from leaching large amounts of lead into people’s tap water.
—Andrew Brown, Hartford Courant, 29 July 2025
Adjective
According to a report from Grandview Research, the market was valued at $11.76 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach $20.29 billion by 2030, growing at a compound annual growth rate of 8.2 percent.
—Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 July 2025
Cassidy also highlighted that USB has consistently been one of the best-performing banks in the U.S., as reflected in an attractive compound annual growth rate (CAGR) in shareholder return generated over the past 20 years.
—Tipranks.com Staff, CNBC, 13 July 2025
Verb
The disruptions in the labor market from less immigration would be compounded by the fact that the U.S. economy is currently close to full employment.
—Claudia Sahm, Mercury News, 29 July 2025
The concern for employee retention is compounded by new hospitals slated to open in Folsom and Roseville this month, potentially increasing competition for skilled staff.
—Amelia Wu, Sacbee.com, 29 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for compound
Noun
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Divide the steak and onion mixture into four equal portions in the pan and top each portion with 2 slices of cheese.—
Robin Miller,
AZCentral.com,
25 July 2025
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As the mixture chills, churns, and stirs, ice crystals slowly form, turning it into soft ice cream that can then be frozen further to firm up.—
Adam Campbell-Schmitt,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
24 July 2025
Verb
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Decades of research and studies in agriculture have increased production across all crops in the U.S., said James, and cannabis can adopt those same technologies.—
Julie Weed,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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David Swartz, analyst with Morningstar who monitors Kohl’s, told the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, part of the USA TODAY network, that Kohl’s share price has been steadily increasing in recent months.—
Sara Chernikoff,
USA Today,
25 July 2025
Verb
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Founded in 1996, LendingTree offers online tools to connect borrowers with lenders on financial services, like credit cards, mortgages or personal loans.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
14 July 2025
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Palm trees line the shore, and a paved oceanfront trail connects Wailea to a series of smaller beaches and coves.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
14 July 2025
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The Miracle Hair Oil in 30-milliliter travel size is a lightweight 5-in-1 oil blend containing kukui nut, babassu and pracaxi oils, alongside quinoa extract and green walnut.—
Nicole Trilivas,
Forbes.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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Backcountry Venture Daily Pant Made from a breathable, stretchy cotton blend, these hiking pants are designed to keep you comfortable on casual hikes.—
Rebecca Shinners,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The ranking used a composite index based on three key categories: Cost of living and housing Local economic strength Overall quality of life Each category was derived from 20 relevant metrics, weighted within set benchmarks.—
Marley Malenfant,
Austin American Statesman,
26 July 2025
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Adventure Mate uses a mixture of hardened tool steel, composite and aerospace-grade aluminum to create a powerful, rugged tool that weighs in under 5 lb (2.3 kg) inclusive of all the hard components (handle, axe/saw head and shovel head).—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
25 July 2025
Verb
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As for Nowak’s question about the possibility of AWS’ growth rate accelerating in the back half of the year, Jassy wouldn’t directly answer it but stressed his optimism, in part stemming from AWS customers starting to deploy more AI products at scale that should continue to ramp in coming quarters.—
Geoff Colvin,
Fortune,
1 Aug. 2025
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With complete control of its destiny, the WSL has accelerated its growth, becoming one of the premier women’s leagues in the world, alongside the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) in the U.S. and Spain’s Liga F.—
Vitas Carosella,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Jess and Spencer coupled up with each other on Day 1, and though they were involved in a love triangle with Sam McKinney, who gave his date card to Jess after arriving on Day 2, Jess offered her rose to Spencer at the first Rose Ceremony.—
Jason Pham,
StyleCaster,
21 July 2025
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Without losing his trademark dark humor, Leone couples the stylistic bravado of the film’s predecessors to a sense of tragic somberness, focusing on the sacrifices asked by the West and what gets lost as history moves on.—
Keith Phipps,
Vulture,
18 July 2025
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The aluminum alloy keyboard is perfect for a customizer's dream.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
11 July 2025
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Free of synthetic coatings, glazes, or metallic alloys that may degrade or release harmful microplastics and materials over time.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
9 July 2025
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“Compound.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compound. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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