COMPARTMENT Synonyms: 87 Similar and Opposite Words

compartment 1 of 2

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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compartment

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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

But its most useful feature is a side zipper which opens vertically to the main compartment of the backpack. — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 4 Sep. 2026 To maximize space and effortlessly declutter, the top swivels open to reveal a roomy 35-inch compartment perfect for stashing throws, books, and games. — Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Sep. 2026 The advancing gas front improves sweep efficiency by penetrating tight, unreached reservoir compartments that standard water-injection floods bypass during secondary extraction campaigns. — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 2 Sep. 2026 The top secures with a strap, revealing a roomy zippered compartment, two spacious side pockets, a large zippered pocket, and three slip pockets. — Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 2 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for compartment

Recent Examples of Synonyms for compartment

Noun

Republican senators are warning that the Senate’s bipartisan cryptocurrency regulatory bill is likely to fail next week when the chamber returns.

— Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 8 Sep. 2026
In the 2002 midterms, Republicans again bucked the historical trend, gaining seats in both chambers following the post-9/11 political climate.

— Cal Thomas, Arkansas Online, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of chamber

Noun

On the one hand, oxidative stress acts as a trigger to tell the body to rebuild and develop mitochondria in the cells — improving an athlete’s endurance capacity.

— Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
The researchers say larger commercial-format cells and broader operating conditions will be needed to determine whether the strategy can translate into practical batteries.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of cell

Verb

The department does not classify its calls by snake type, the spokesperson said.

— Haley Parsley, Sacbee.com, 5 Sep. 2026
The petition sought to classify data centers as industrial nuisances, arguing that a ban would protect residents’ property and preserve city resources, such as water and electricity.

— Cuyler Dunn, Kansas City Star, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of classify

Verb

The Board of County Commissioners approved a resolution last week toward the start of a seven-hour meeting, in a unanimous, single vote that grouped together numerous ordinances.

— Sharon Udasin, Sun Sentinel, 8 Sep. 2026
From TikTok videos to front tables at indie bookshops and in countless newsletters, a group of seemingly ubiquitous novels are being grouped together like ingredients for a distinctive personality type.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of group

Verb

As Pourrain recalls, he was placed inside an unmarked van, with his hands and ankles handcuffed.

— Felipe Cardenas, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026
Two of the players, Zxavian Harris and Dae'Quan Wright, have been participating in team activities, but were not placed on the roster in advance of last Saturday's 51-10 season-opening victory over Clemson.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of place

Verb

Taylor typed in Eddie Hearn’s name and tapped on the ‘message’ button on the promoter’s profile.

— Sarah Shephard, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026
Open the account through its official app or type the website address yourself, then review recent activity and change the password if needed.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 5 Sep. 2026