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composite

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /kəmˈpɒzɪt/

KK: /kəmˈpɒzɪt/

adjective
Definition

Made up of different parts or elements combined together.


Example

The composite material is stronger than the individual components alone.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see the new art installation downtown?
Sloth B
Yeah, it’s really interesting how they used a composite of different materials.
Sloth A
I know, right? It gives the piece such a unique texture.
Sloth B
Exactly! It’s cool how they made something beautiful from various components.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
compound
combined
mixed
Antonyms
simple
pure
unmixed
noun
Definition

A material or structure made from two or more different substances that work together to create properties that are better than those of the individual parts.


Example

The bridge was built using a composite of steel and concrete for added strength.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever worked with a composite material before?
Sloth B
Yeah, I used some for my science project last year.
Sloth A
That sounds interesting! What kind of composite did you use?
Sloth B
verb
Definition

To combine different parts or elements to create a whole.


Example

The artist decided to composite various images to create a unique piece of art.


Tense Forms

Past: composited

Past Participle: composited


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever thought about how we can composite our ideas for the project?
Sloth B
Yeah, I think combining our thoughts would create something really unique.
Sloth A
Exactly! We could composite different styles and approaches.
Root Explanation

Composite → It is formed from "com-" (meaning together) and "ponere" (meaning to place). The word describes something that is made up of various parts placed together.

Memory Tip

Think of different parts being 'placed together' — 'com-' means together, and 'ponere' means to place.

Visually Confused Words
incomposite
decomposite
noncomposite
opposite
omphalosite
cosmopolite
comose
Is this page helpful?
I used fiberglass; it was really strong and lightweight.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
mixture
blend
compound
Antonyms
simple
individual
element
Sloth B
That sounds awesome! Let’s brainstorm some ideas together.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
combine
merge
unite
Antonyms
separate
divide
split