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
Matt Fuchs, Time, 2 Sep. 2025
That’s the compound delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol, the major active ingredient in cannabis thought to be responsible for the psychoactive effects of use.
—Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 2 Sep. 2025
Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2025
Palantir's stock also could rise as the company sustains compound annual growth rates of at least 30% in two segments: government and U.S. commercial.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 25 July 2025
Felicia Jackson, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Many in this group endured intermittent homelessness throughout their lives, and now their troubles are compounded by aging.
—Felice J. Freyer, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Creatine is an organic compound that comes from food and the body’s own natural production.
—Matt Fuchs, Time, 2 Sep. 2025
That’s the compound delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol, the major active ingredient in cannabis thought to be responsible for the psychoactive effects of use.
—Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 2 Sep. 2025
Adjective
This forecast, which implies a compound annual growth rate of around 14%, is a conservative target compared to the company’s 21% average annual revenue growth over the past three years and the robust demand in the cybersecurity sector.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2025
Palantir's stock also could rise as the company sustains compound annual growth rates of at least 30% in two segments: government and U.S. commercial.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 25 July 2025
Verb
Together these dynamics are compounding risk faster than insurers can reprice it.
—Felicia Jackson, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Many in this group endured intermittent homelessness throughout their lives, and now their troubles are compounded by aging.
—Felice J. Freyer, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for compound
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In the new location, a mixture of booths and light-wood tables cover the floor.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
4 Sep. 2025
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The mixture is generally safe in small amounts, but excessive intake can cause side effects, such as tooth erosion and stomach upset.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Verywell Health,
4 Sep. 2025
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Stimulated mitochondria generate more ATP, while improved circulation increases blood flow and oxygenation.—
Lilian Raji,
Forbes.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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Protests have also broken out due to ICE checkpoints popping up around the city and the police increasing curfew zones for minors.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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The cells extended nerve fibers in both directions, toward the head and tail, to connect with the host spinal tissue.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Sep. 2025
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In fact, the presidents of the Central Pacific and, yes, Union Pacific railroads met in 1869 to drive the final ceremonial rail stake into the ground, connecting the east and west coasts.—
Jeremy Lott,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Sep. 2025
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This Trendy Queen Hoodie is a best-seller on Amazon for its trendy oversized fit and comfortable cotton-blend material.—
Isis Briones,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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This colorful tale blends fantasy with reality as Miguel heads to a magical land to confront Ernesto de la Cruz (Benjamin Bratt) with the help of a new friend and trickster named Héctor (Gael García Bernal).—
Sydni Ellis,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The all-in-one composite filter is designed to last a full year or up to 528 gallons.—
Nora Colomer,
FOXNews.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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The tests used carbon-fiber composite material to build a more efficient solid-fuel motor, a technology that analysts say allows for quicker missile deployment compared with liquid-fuel designs.—
Kapil Kajal,
Interesting Engineering,
2 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In Tokyo, the Nikkei 225 rallied 1% after data showed accelerating growth in earnings for Japanese workers.—
Stan Choe,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Sep. 2025
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Google and Meta on Friday announced new partnerships with Reliance Industries as the Indian conglomerate seeks to accelerate its push into artificial intelligence.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
4 Sep. 2025
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When cost and performance are tightly coupled, striking the right balance between them provides operational excellence.—
Ben Ofiri,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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However, the north-south magnetic orientation, known as Bz, stayed stubbornly northward for much of the event, limiting how much energy could couple into Earth's magnetosphere.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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The experience of secession, of war, of industrial slaughter and gallant sacrifice, of Black soldiery and humanity all reforged Lincoln into a stronger alloy.—
Jack Sheehan
September 4,
Literary Hub,
4 Sep. 2025
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This meansscientists can print parts such as rocket nozzles with a copper core and a nickel-alloy exterior in one seamless step.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Compound.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compound. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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