Synonyms of compounds

compounds 1 of 2

noun

plural of compound

as in mixtures

a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things

mixed the chemicals together to form a new compound

Synonyms & Similar Words

• mixtures
• alloys
• blends
• mixes
• amalgams
• combinations
• amalgamations
• syntheses
• composites
• fusions
• emulsions
• admixtures
• cocktails
• intermixtures
• assortments
• conflations
• melds
• absorptions
• varieties
• concretions
• accumulations
• mergers
• composts
• integrations
• incorporations
• coalitions
• mélanges
• coalescences
• aggregations
• medleys
• hashes
• commixtures
• homogenizations
• patchworks
• potpourris
• half-and-halfs
• conglomerations
• interfusions
• mergences
• immixtures
• jumbles
• mishmashes
• hodgepodges
• hotchpotches
• motleys

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• elements
• components
• ingredients
• constituents

compounds

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of compound

1

as in increases

to make greater in size, amount, or number

we compounded our error by waiting too long to call for help

Synonyms & Similar Words

• increases
• accelerates
• expands
• augments
• boosts
• adds (to)
• multiplies
• raises
• extends
• enhances
• amplifies
• intensifies
• reinforces
• swells
• ups
• builds up
• maximizes
• escalates
• supplements
• pumps up
• stokes
• enlarges
• strengthens
• supersizes
• aggrandizes
• hypes
• spikes
• jumps
• complements
• booms
• bumps (up)
• prolongs
• develops
• stretches
• heightens
• dilates
• draws out
• lengthens
• elongates
• distends
• accumulates
• fleshes (out)
• inflates
• protracts
• magnifies
• ratchets (up)
• rachets (up)
• skyrockets
• blows up
• beefs (up)
• collects
• follows up
• amasses
• parlays

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• decreases
• reduces
• diminishes
• subtracts (from)
• lessens
• lowers
• abates
• dwindles
• downsizes
• contracts
• abbreviates
• shortens
• curtails
• abridges
• minifies
• de-escalates
• compresses
• condenses
• constricts
• cuts back
• retrenches

2

as in couples

to put or bring together so as to form a new and longer whole

the German language's propensity for compounding words

Synonyms & Similar Words

• couples
• connects
• strings
• chains
• conjugates
• links
• integrates
• interconnects
• yokes
• combines
• hooks
• concatenates
• interlinks
• catenates
• wires
• joins
• hitches
• interlocks
• dovetails
• welds
• intermeshes
• fuses
• cords
• cements
• articulates
• coalesces
• unites

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• separates
• parts
• disconnects
• disjoins
• uncouples
• divides
• splits
• disunites
• unhitches
• disjoints
• disengages
• dissevers
• detaches
• unchains
• unyokes
• unlinks
• cleaves
• ruptures
• sunders
• severs

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of compounds

Noun

The new analysis used the MagLab’s 21-tesla Fourier-transform ion cyclotron resonance (FT-ICR) mass spectrometer, which can distinguish an enormous number of compounds within extremely complex mixtures. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 17 Sep. 2026

Its mmWave radar can detect presence from up to 8 m (around 26 ft) away, while separate sensors track temperature, humidity, CO2, volatile organic compounds, particulate matter, and air pressure. — New Atlas, 17 Sep. 2026

For example, a gold catalyst leads to the production of carbon monoxide (CO), while copper produces more complex compounds including alcohols, ethanol and methane (CH4). — Keith Cooper, Space.com, 15 Sep. 2026

Some immersive experiences feel valuable only while new rooms, objects, events and moderators keep arriving; revenue may grow linearly while production cost compounds. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026

This makes some phenolic compounds (antioxidant plant compounds) more available. — Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 15 Sep. 2026

According to this scenario, chemical reactions happened spontaneously between elements and compounds on the early Earth. — Sarah Scoles, Scientific American, 15 Sep. 2026

The allicin in garlic also supports the intestinal barrier, or the gut lining that lets in nutrients while keeping out harmful compounds. — Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 12 Sep. 2026

Sweat itself is mostly water and salt, with some potassium and magnesium and small amounts of glucose, ethanol, hormones and other compounds mixed in. — Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 9 Sep. 2026

Verb

The measurement layer always arrives, and the only question is whether a company builds the discipline before or after the waste compounds. — Prashant Jalan, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2026

The plethora of social media videos that tap into financial anxieties compounds the problem. — Jill Schlesinger, Mercury News, 7 Sep. 2026

That compounds being without Kaoru Mitoma (hamstring), Stefanos Tzimas (knee) and Evan Ferguson (ankle) from different stages stretching back to last season. — Andy Naylor, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026

The advantage compounds only when both functions contribute to and draw from the same data system. — Harvard Business Review, 4 Sep. 2026

Higher yields with larger debt burdens makes paying off the debt more difficult and compounds the deteriorating fiscal situation. — John Towfighi, CNN Money, 3 Sep. 2026

The attack compounds his sense of exclusion, his already guilty conscience. — Katy Waldman, New Yorker, 31 Aug. 2026

For households with fewer resources and fewer alternatives, each additional day without power compounds the hardship. — Lori Latham, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026

Fiber-rich whole foods provide vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and other plant compounds that candy generally lacks. — Amber Raiken, Verywell Health, 26 Aug. 2026