COMPARTMENT Synonyms: 87 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

kəm-ˈpärt-mənt

Definition of compartment

as in chamber

one of the parts into which an enclosed space is divided a backpack with many handy compartments for storing your camping gear

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verb

kəm-ˈpärt-ˌment

as in to rank

to arrange or assign according to type compartment the responses according to country of origin

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Recent Examples of compartment

Noun

This extra-large expandable silverware tray brings a little order back to the chaos, with adjustable sections that fit a variety of drawer sizes and deep compartments for everything from everyday flatware to bulky kitchen tools. — Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 28 July 2026 Dead cockroaches were spotted on walls throughout the kitchen area, and live pest activity were observed under the three-compartment sink. — Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 27 July 2026 The exterior zippered compartment is ideal for storing tickets while traveling, too. — Better Homes & Gardens, 25 July 2026 Child tray Every jogging stroller from Graco has a child tray with a cup holder and a compartment for snacks. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 24 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for compartment

Recent Examples of Synonyms for compartment

Noun

Meanwhile there are several competitive House races this year that will help decide whether Republicans hold their slim majority or Democrats reclaim the chamber.

— ABC News, ABC News, 4 Aug. 2026
Special attention Democrats face an uphill climb to flip control of chambers at the Georgia Capitol or the congressional delegation in the midterms.

— Adam Beam, AJC.com, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of chamber

Verb

So far, only one track that can be classified as K-pop has climbed all the way to the peak position of the Radio Songs chart.

— Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Approximately 35% of the state, including coastal regions, remains free of drought or abnormal dryness, and no areas of California are currently classified as being in extreme or exceptional drought.

— Angela Rodriguez, Sacbee.com, 31 July 2026

Definition of classify

Noun

Even more, Sakara’s staterooms are nothing short of luxe—spacious and more boutique hotel than ship cabin.

— Stephanie Orma, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
The 180-acre (73-hectare) retreat, which is run by the Navy and guarded by Marines, has a cabin named Aspen that’s reserved for the president, plus about a dozen other cabins for guests.

— ABC News, ABC News, 31 July 2026

Definition of cabin

Verb

Here, then, is our second attempt to group all 30 teams into seven trade tiers.

— Tim Britton, New York Times, 22 July 2026
Among the diverse international literatures grouped together under that heading, there are dozens of writers who reinvented literature to cope with ruptures of their own.

— Robert Rubsam, The Atlantic, 20 July 2026

Definition of group

Verb

Currently, North Carolina is experiencing a drought that’s especially intense in the Piedmont region, which has led to Charlotte Water placing restrictions on water usage.

— Zaire Breedlove, Charlotte Observer, 22 July 2026
Schmidt then took Pambianchi's belongings and placed them in the bathtub, where the water destroyed many of her items.

— Gabe White, Arkansas Online, 21 July 2026