COMPARTMENTS Synonyms: 87 Similar and Opposite Words

compartments 1 of 2

noun

plural of compartment

as in chambers

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

present tense third-person singular of compartment

as in groups

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

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Recent Examples of compartments

Noun

There are packs with smart compartments that make organization effortless, weather‑resistant builds that withstand unpredictable conditions, and lightweight designs that won’t slow you down on steep switchbacks. —

Paris Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 30 May 2026 This hanging feeder includes a baffle over its jelly dishes, nectar compartments, and orange holders—all of which are typically favorite foods for orioles. —

Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 May 2026 According to court records, a search of the vehicle revealed 21 kilograms of cocaine hidden in two compartments that were installed under each front seat. —

Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 28 May 2026 Multiple compartments separate pens, paper clips, charging cables and other small office supplies. —

Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026 The pro-war Telegram channel claimed the drone boats carry six to eight FPV drones inside onboard launch compartments that open during an attack. —

David Kirichenko, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026 Convenient compartments ensure there's no guesswork when building a meat-and-cheese board. —

Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 19 May 2026 Inside, multiple zippered compartments and pockets keep your necessities organized. —

Claire West, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026 Viral #PetTok products have earned the trust of many — from doggie water bottles with compartments for poop bags and snacks to grooming products and hand-warming dog leashes for the wintertime. —

Bestreviews, Mercury News, 15 May 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for compartments

Noun

The two chambers were at odds over certain provisions in the bill, including a ban on institutional investors, such as Blackstone, from purchasing single-family homes.

— Mabinty Quarshie, The Washington Examiner, 30 May 2026
Tensions mounted as the meeting went on, with council members calling multiple recesses and eventually clearing the chambers after shouting matches broke out.

— Sean Emery, Oc Register, 29 May 2026