Definition

Not made up of multiple parts or elements; simple or singular in form.

Example

The term 'uncompounded' refers to a word that is not formed from two or more other words.

Conversation

I heard the recipe uses uncompounded ingredients for the dish.

That sounds interesting! What does that mean exactly?

It means there are no mixed flavors, just the pure components.

Got it! I bet that makes the dish taste really fresh.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Uncompounded → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "compound" (from Latin "componere", meaning to put together). The word "uncompounded" means not put together or not made of multiple parts.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to 'put together' ('componere') — that's why 'uncompounded' means something that is not made of multiple parts.

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