Definition

A collection of different items or a summary of important information about a particular subject.

Example

The professor provided a compendium of research articles for the students to study.

Conversation

Have you seen that new compendium of classic literature?

No, I haven't! What's in it?

It includes summaries and analyses of the most famous books.

That sounds really useful; I might get a copy!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Compendium → It is formed from "com-" (meaning together) and "pendere" (meaning to weigh). The word refers to a collection that weighs together or summarizes key points.

Memory Tip

Think of gathering information 'together' ('com-') and 'weighing' it ('pendere') to create a summary — that's what a compendium is.

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