Definition of compositenext
as in amalgamated
made from the joining of two or more parts or elements the movie's special effects included the use of many composite photographs

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composite

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noun

composite

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verb

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Recent Examples of composite
Adjective
Each sector module acts as a composite unit rather than a simple vessel segment. Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 23 July 2026 Learn about the Mongolian composite bow and the distinctive thumb-release technique still practiced across Central Asia. Undraa Buyannemekh, Travel + Leisure, 22 July 2026
Noun
It is increasingly used in composites, coatings, electronics, batteries, and energy storage technologies. Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 14 July 2026 According to Chandana, about 80% of the technologies now flying on Vikram-1 — including its carbon-composite structures, solid propulsion system, avionics and thermal protection materials — were first validated during that mission. Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 13 July 2026
Verb
The Visual Effects Society has composited its 2026 career honorees. Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 6 Jan. 2026 Our last remaining test is Blender, an open-source 3D content creation suite for modeling, animation, simulation, and compositing. PC Magazine, 21 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for composite
Recent Examples of Synonyms for composite
Adjective
  • Traitors is about the gullible and the skeptical working together to sieve the fraudulent from the truthful, an amalgamated nightmare of village idiots locking themselves in the stocks and pelting each other with rotten fruit.
    Raven Smith, Vogue, 9 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Luca Bindi, an earth scientist at the University of Florence in Italy, found the alloy while collecting microscopic debris from along the beaches of Hiroshima Bay.
    Mary Randolph, Scientific American, 29 July 2026
  • Base models roll on 21-inch alloy wheels with 22s and 23s available to fill the wheel wells.
    Joel Feder, The Drive, 29 July 2026
Verb
  • Dobnak mixed his pitches, including a sinker, sweeper and changeup, to work efficiently through his start.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 30 July 2026
  • Anyone who mixes politics, discipline, money and power without transparency cannot lead anything.
    Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 30 July 2026
Adjective
  • According to Research and Markets, the global premium denim jeans market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of nearly 5 percent through 2030.
    Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 21 July 2026
  • This number expanded at a compound annual growth rate north of 7% for the past 25 years.
    Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 1 July 2026
Noun
  • With mixer at low speed, add flour mixture and mix until just incorporated.
    Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Stir flour mixture into banana mixture until just combined; stir in pecans.
    Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 2 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Some of the largest proposals seeking chunks of Orange County’s lucrative bed tax got the final crack Wednesday at convincing a task force to advance their ideas, which combined would cost billions of dollars.
    Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 Aug. 2026
  • The hubs will combine air taxis, autonomous vehicles, ridesharing, charging, servicing, and last-mile connections.
    Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 5 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Disability literature shows that the disability experience is not one of limitations, but an amalgam of different ways of moving through the world, and surely of value to all of us, disabled and nondisabled alike.
    Kenny Fries, PEOPLE, 28 July 2026
  • The nonprofit founded by Stan Karter, Jerry Temaner and Gordon Quinn (the name is an amalgam of the founders’ last names) is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year.
    Matthew Carey, Deadline, 21 July 2026
Verb
  • Wellness seekers can take part in a range of massage and beauty treatments blending traditional Chinese medicine with modern products.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The Swaggy Sie, who reflected on his larger-than-life personality, unwavering belief in his hometown, and impact, hosted the event, which blended luxury fashion, live performances, philanthropy, and storytelling.
    Christine Imarenezor, VIBE.com, 4 Aug. 2026

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“Composite.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/composite. Accessed 6 Aug. 2026.

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