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
Ryan Brennan
may 27, Charlotte Observer, 27 May 2026
Both adaptogens and nootropics fall underneath this umbrella, though nootropics can also be synthetic compounds made in a lab.
—Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 27 May 2026
Bill Connolly, Rolling Stone, 29 Apr. 2026
Some of the best strength exercises to target such groups are compound, multijoint movements such as squats, lunges, deadlifts, hamstring curls, rows, lat pull-downs, chest presses, and push-ups, Occhipinti says.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 4 Mar. 2026
Pete Suerken, Fortune, 28 May 2026
Not a series of one-off bets, but a flywheel that compounds over time.
—Daren Smith, IndieWire, 27 May 2026
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Noun
Forever chemicals are synthetic compounds called PFAS that are used in products like nonstick cookware, waterproof clothing and food packaging.
—Ryan Brennan
may 27, Charlotte Observer, 27 May 2026
Both adaptogens and nootropics fall underneath this umbrella, though nootropics can also be synthetic compounds made in a lab.
—Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 27 May 2026
Adjective
According to Precedence Research, agentic AI is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of nearly 44 percent over the next decade, reaching a global market size of roughly $200 billion by 2034.
—Bill Connolly, Rolling Stone, 29 Apr. 2026
Some of the best strength exercises to target such groups are compound, multijoint movements such as squats, lunges, deadlifts, hamstring curls, rows, lat pull-downs, chest presses, and push-ups, Occhipinti says.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 4 Mar. 2026
Verb
The supply chain Dave Thomas built is a competitive asset that compounds over time and can’t be replicated quickly by a competitor who chose differently.
—Pete Suerken, Fortune, 28 May 2026
Not a series of one-off bets, but a flywheel that compounds over time.
—Daren Smith, IndieWire, 27 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for compound
Noun
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Packed with apples, chocolate-nougat candy bars, and a pudding mixture to bind it all together, this salad is actually a clever dessert in disguise.—
Jessica Saari Christensen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 June 2026
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Local models expand At Computex, the companies demonstrated a local chat interface running a mixture-of-experts model that would normally exceed the available system memory.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
2 June 2026
Adjective
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Traitors is about the gullible and the skeptical working together to sieve the fraudulent from the truthful, an amalgamated nightmare of village idiots locking themselves in the stocks and pelting each other with rotten fruit.—
Raven Smith,
Vogue,
9 Jan. 2026
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Becerra’s support increased by 9 percentage points in a little more than two weeks when compared with the May 9-10 Emerson results.—
Andrea Flores,
Los Angeles Times,
31 May 2026
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But even on a per-square-foot basis, the price has increased 33%.—
Allison Schrager,
Boston Herald,
31 May 2026
Verb
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Akindahunsi is not believed to be connected to prior incidents at or around the UCLA campus, Richard Mejia, director of emergency communications, said in a statement.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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The company reviewed its safety protocols this week in response to the situation at GKN, which is not connected to Arkema.—
Jason Henry,
Oc Register,
30 May 2026
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The blend of plush but no-nonsense North American furnishings with opulent Ottomania creates a visually exotic yet comfort-driven aesthetic.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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The affordable three-pack, which is made of a soft polyester and spandex blend, is available in black, white and charcoal.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
1 June 2026
Adjective
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Cops released a composite sketch and video of the suspect Friday evening and are asking the public’s help in tracking him down.—
Colin Mixson,
New York Daily News,
30 May 2026
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The base model, built upon the skeleton of a Ford F-150 Raptor R, offers up a lightweight composite body along with four-wheel drive.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
30 May 2026
Verb
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That’s another bill that doesn’t include her name because a Senate version of the legislation, which was designed to accelerate biomedical research, is what eventually passed, Owens said.—
Elliott Wenzler,
Denver Post,
31 May 2026
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The consumer demand, in both African domestic markets and globally, is documented and accelerating.—
Lisa Curtis,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
Verb
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The male and female Islanders are split up for a week, with half being sent to a whole other villa as new contestants are brought in, aiming to couple up the Islanders.—
Carolyn Burt,
Oc Register,
29 May 2026
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Fans are wondering who will couple up this time around.—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA Today,
28 May 2026
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“Compound.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compound. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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