company
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈkʌmpəni/
KK: /ˈkʌmpəni/
noun
Definition
A business or organization that provides goods or services, or a group of people who are together for a specific purpose.
Example
She works for a technology company that develops software.
Conversation
I had a great time last night with our friends and their company.
Yeah, it was nice to catch up with everyone.
I really enjoy hanging out in such good company.
Me too! We should do it more often.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
firm
group
band
Antonyms
solitude
isolation
loneliness
transitive verb
Definition
To go along with someone or something, often to provide support or companionship.
Example
She decided to company him on his journey to the mountains.
Tense Forms
Past: companied
Past Participle: companied
Conversation
Are you going to the concert tonight?
Yeah, I’m excited! Do you want to company me?
Sure, I’d love to company you for that!
Root Explanation
Company → It is formed from "com-" (meaning together) and "panis" (meaning bread). The word originally referred to people who share bread together, thus implying companionship or fellowship.
Memory Tip
Think of people coming 'together' ('com-') to share 'bread' ('panis') — that's why company means a group of people who gather together.
Visually Confused Words
accompany
coman
subcompany