Synonyms of comprising

comprising

verb

present participle of comprise

1

as in containing

to be made up of

the mall comprises three department stores and 80 smaller shops selling specialized goods

Synonyms & Similar Words

• containing
• including
• consisting (of)
• encompassing
• involving
• incorporating
• entailing
• mustering
• embodying
• taking in
• embracing
• comprehending
• assimilating

2

as in constituting

to be all the substance of

at the time, about 100,000 fighting men and women comprised our military force in that country

Synonyms & Similar Words

• constituting
• composing
• forming
• embodying
• making up
• integrating
• incorporating
• supplementing
• complementing
• personifying
• filling (out)
• completing
• incarnating
• epitomizing
• substantiating
• materializing
• fleshing (out)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of comprising

The National Museum alone lost almost two-thirds of its inventory, comprising nearly 100,000 artifacts that covered Sudan’s prehistoric age through its Nubian era, the Kingdom of Kush, the Christian era and its Islamic period. — Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2026

Lafontant’s group, comprising about 180 artists, designers, musicians and residents, is marching in the parade for the second year. — ABC News, 7 Sep. 2026

While Irish curls are making their rounds on TikTok, putting the spotlight on this hard-to-pin hair type, the idea of multiple curl patterns and textures comprising a whole head of hair isn’t anything new. — Elise Tabin, InStyle, 6 Sep. 2026

Smith also acts as a fashion guide to a league comprising nearly 2,000 players. — Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2026

The focal point is the cushioned signature knot detail — a voluminous strap stretching across the toes and comprising the entirely of the upper. — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 2 Sep. 2026

The look by Jacquemus took on an elegant vibe, with black sheer fabric and detailed embroidery comprising a flowy, floor-length gown. — Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026

Silvester envisions his new Q-Class association eventually leading to a global racing circuit, comprising Victoria and Q7’s six remaining slots for new builds. — Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 30 Aug. 2026

Under the agreement, a joint company comprising the US government and a Venezuelan private operator will receive a 100-year lease to develop 17 oil fields. — Lauren Morganbesser, semafor.com, 30 Aug. 2026