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

Eating various leafy greens and brassicas delivers a broad spectrum of anti-inflammatory compounds. — Christopher Bergland, Verywell Health, 12 Nov. 2026

By his count, around 135,000 compounds lie outside conventional nutrition, which concerns itself mainly with energy, building blocks, and vitamins. — Quanta Magazine, 12 Nov. 2026

Earthquakes in July 2019 destroyed three energetics compounds in the Salt Wells area of China Lake. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 12 Nov. 2026

Complex organic molecules are the fundamental building blocks of biochemical compounds such as nucleobases, amino acids, sugars and so on that act as the machinery for biochemistry on Earth. — Keith Cooper, Space.com, 11 Nov. 2026

Certain compounds found in coffee, including caffeine and polyphenols such as chlorogenic acid, may influence the smooth muscles in your gut and trigger the release of hormones that increase muscle contractions in your colon. — Jillian Kubala, HEALTH, 10 Nov. 2026

In such cases, carbonyl compounds generated by glycation attach to amino groups on lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids, causing the formation of advanced glycation end products (AGEs). — Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Nov. 2026

While there are no comprehensive figures for how many workers left the compounds, reports from nearby countries provide a glimpse into the size and diversity of the workforce. — ABC News, 5 Nov. 2026

Verb

The political shift compounds an already complex financial picture for Anthropic. — Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2026

This melding of ultra-modern fabrication and centuries-old craft compounds West’s broader vision for costuming Dune, creating futuristic objects that appear to have lived entire histories. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2026

Blueberries also contain polyphenols, natural plant compounds that support beneficial gut bacteria. — Lindsey Desoto, HEALTH, 5 Nov. 2026

The right room compounds in your favor until one day your life is unrecognizable. — Chad Willardson, Forbes.com, 5 Nov. 2026

Bond said the quarter-sized spider lives in fragmented coastal dunes from the Bay Area to Monterey, and compounds in its venom could have potential as painkillers or in pest control. — The Sacramento Bee Staff, Sacbee.com, 3 Nov. 2026

In other research, analyses of molecules emitted from melanoma biopsy samples suggested that compounds such as the pungent chemical called 4-methyl decane could serve as a biomarker. — Marta Zaraaska, Washington Post, 1 Nov. 2026

Plant compounds in cucumbers provide antioxidant benefits that can help reduce inflammation. — Angelica Bottaro, Verywell Health, 29 Oct. 2026

The injury exit compounds a disastrous stretch for the Rams' special teams. — Alejandro Avila Outkick, FOXNews.com, 18 Oct. 2026