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
Chloe Sorvino, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025
These neurotoxic compounds are formed as byproducts when reactive oxygen species damage fats in the body.
—Aaron Priester, The Conversation, 19 Feb. 2025
Pia Singh, CNBC, 29 Jan. 2025
More specifically, the company issued an upward revision of its compound annual growth rate through 2029— expecting a 12% to 14% CAGR over the period.
—Peter Cohan, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
Bloomberg Opinion, Twin Cities, 21 Feb. 2025
It's really just been compounded by the tragic ending.
—Isaac Avilucea, Axios, 5 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Since 2020, Tajín has grown sales at a compound rate of 15%, some three times faster than the overall $7 billion U.S. spices category.
—Chloe Sorvino, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025
These neurotoxic compounds are formed as byproducts when reactive oxygen species damage fats in the body.
—Aaron Priester, The Conversation, 19 Feb. 2025
Adjective
Looking ahead, the analyst expects bitcoin to grow by at a compound annual growth rate ranging between 25% and 30% through 2027, although likely with extreme volatility.
—Pia Singh, CNBC, 29 Jan. 2025
More specifically, the company issued an upward revision of its compound annual growth rate through 2029— expecting a 12% to 14% CAGR over the period.
—Peter Cohan, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
Verb
This second abandonment compounds the damage to U.S. credibility and standing caused by the first.
—Bloomberg Opinion, Twin Cities, 21 Feb. 2025
It's really just been compounded by the tragic ending.
—Isaac Avilucea, Axios, 5 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for compound
Noun
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Whisk together buttermilk and egg in a small bowl or glass measuring cup; add buttermilk mixture and melted butter to flour mixture and whisky gently just until combined (some lumps will remain).—
Amanda Holstein,
Southern Living,
18 Feb. 2025
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Watch out for slippery roads: The initial half-hour of rain is when roads are slickest due to a mixture of rain, grime, and oil.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
The Mercury News,
15 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Easy solution: increase the toll to keep more cars out of Midtown.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
20 Feb. 2025
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Though Congress began its new session just a little over a month ago, its approval rating has increased among Americans, according to new data from Gallup.—
Sudiksha Kochi,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2025
Verb
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At the waist of Jones’ dress were cutouts and two bands of fabric connecting the bodice to the skirt.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
21 Feb. 2025
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And after shooting just 5-of-18 from downtown in the first half — largely on quality looks that didn’t go their way — Chicago connected on 10 of their next 20 looks in the second half to erase an 11-point Knicks lead.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
21 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Beyond the Supermarket Shelf: The Business of Tea Experiences Whilst British grocery stores once stocked a limited amount of tea brands and blends, now retailers have tuned into selling the tea experience.—
Kate Hardcastle,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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Thanks to jojoba oil and a blend of fruit extracts, the formulation is nourishing, effortlessly blendable, and streak-resistant; kaolin clay is a natural absorbent for excess oil, ensuring your product stays put.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
27 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The overall index dropped five points to a composite score of 42—marking a five-month low.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
19 Feb. 2025
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This increases conductivity of the material, and the result is a solid composite material that cannot leak.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
5 Feb. 2025
Verb
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If an earlier breakthrough occurs: Should a major quantum attack capability emerge earlier than expected, the bitcoin community can accelerate the above timeline.—
Dave Birnbaum,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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This aligns with developments in China, where the government is easing regulatory pressures on its tech sector to revitalize the economy and accelerate its AI ambitions to rival America.—
Tony Zhang,
CNBC,
26 Feb. 2025
Verb
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For such a force to succeed, the international community must couple these capabilities with more permissive rules of engagement.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
13 Feb. 2025
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Jennie will couple her latest project with The Ruby Experience, a three-city show run with performances by Kali Uchis, Dua Lipa, and Doechii.—
Kalia Richardson,
Rolling Stone,
5 Feb. 2025
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The team trained an AI system using a miniature model of a Reaper drone, 3D printed out of titanium alloy.—
David Szondy,
New Atlas,
17 Feb. 2025
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Synthetic dental implants aren’t perfect Dental implants, typically fabricated from titanium or titanium alloy and then screwed into a patient’s jawbone, have become more popular alternatives to dentures in recent years.—
Mack DeGeurin,
Popular Science,
7 Feb. 2025
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“Compound.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compound. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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