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
Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 28 May 2025
In chemical engineering experiments involving the synthesis of new compounds or the optimization of chemical processes, vast amounts of data must be analyzed quickly and accurately.
—Han Hendriks, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025
Michelle Fox, CNBC, 4 May 2025
According to Verified Market Research, the global organic cannabis market was valued at $6 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach $11 billion by 2030, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 20.4% during the forecasted period from 2024 to 2031.
—Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2025
Shannon Carroll, Quartz, 28 May 2025
That political dissension was compounded by the country’s parlous economic situation; Pakistan came close to a debt default in 2023, at a time when crippling inflation reached 38 percent.
—Aqil Shah, Foreign Affairs, 23 May 2025
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Noun
Quercetin, one of the main antioxidant compounds in berries and especially prevalent in blackberries, has been shown to protect against cancers.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 28 May 2025
In chemical engineering experiments involving the synthesis of new compounds or the optimization of chemical processes, vast amounts of data must be analyzed quickly and accurately.
—Han Hendriks, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025
Adjective
GameChanger has had a compound annual growth rate of 40% since 2017, Hobart added.
—Michelle Fox, CNBC, 4 May 2025
According to Verified Market Research, the global organic cannabis market was valued at $6 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach $11 billion by 2030, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 20.4% during the forecasted period from 2024 to 2031.
—Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2025
Verb
But high sticker prices, rising interest rates, and weaker incentives have compounded the pressure on Stellantis.
—Shannon Carroll, Quartz, 28 May 2025
That political dissension was compounded by the country’s parlous economic situation; Pakistan came close to a debt default in 2023, at a time when crippling inflation reached 38 percent.
—Aqil Shah, Foreign Affairs, 23 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for compound
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Add the flour mixture to the sugar-egg mixture and fold in with a wooden spoon until no visible flour streaks remain—do not overmix.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
6 June 2025
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The result is a palpable mixture of Hollywood and British sensibilities, alternately brash and cozy-quirky, with the joins sometimes awkwardly felt.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
6 June 2025
Verb
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Whether that caution slows adoption or increases security maturity remains to be seen, but the message is unambiguous: the era of unchecked AI optimism in federal cybersecurity is over.—
Emil Sayegh,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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The company said an indicator light on the vehicle fails to light up and warn drivers of a traction control system or dynamic stability control system issue, increasing the likelihood of them crashing.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
7 June 2025
Verb
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What about you? Brody: Kristen Bell and I are connected in a few ways.—
Matt Donnelly,
Variety,
9 June 2025
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The protocol for selection has varied, sometimes rotating across multiple brothers of the same generation or jumping across family trees to cousins, but always theoretically connecting back to the same common ancestor: Jimmu.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
8 June 2025
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It’s named for the maritime heritage that inspired the blend, symbolizing the journey of whisky casks across the seas.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
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Its ultra-fine mist ensures a streak-free application, while the blend of skin-loving ingredients provides hydration and nourishment.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
2 June 2025
Adjective
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Though Smart was forced to wear a veil over her face, the couple recognized Mitchell from a composite sketch shared on America’s Most Wanted.—
Stephanie Kaloi,
People.com,
5 June 2025
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Competing Methodologies Gartner’s scoring is based on a composite score.—
Steve Banker,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
Verb
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With attacks accelerating in pace and intensity, organizations cannot afford slow, laborious reporting structures.—
Travis Runty,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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Prior roles at Roku, Amazon, and Google reflect a consistent track record of driving platform growth, accelerating advertiser adoption, and shaping go-to-market strategies across streaming, e-commerce, and digital advertising.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
2 June 2025
Verb
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To stay on the show, each Islander must couple up with another Islander or risk being dumped from the villa.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
5 June 2025
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This season, the starting lineup of islanders includes two Black women and three Black men, who could have been coupled up with Escobar, or made to spend time with her, while the world watched from home, screaming warnings at the screen.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
5 June 2025
Noun
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The band is made from Dura-Soft fluoro rubber material combining exceptional durability with flexibility for supple feel on the wrist and titanium alloy is used for the tri-fold clasp.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
6 June 2025
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Furthermore, the prisms housed within the binoculars are treated with a high-quality silver alloy coating that significantly boosts light transmission and brightness.—
Matt Morris,
Space.com,
6 June 2025
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“Compound.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compound. Accessed 13 Jun. 2025.
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