Definition (noun) a whole formed by a union of two or more elements or parts
Definition (noun) (chemistry) a substance formed by chemical union of two or more elements or ingredients in definite proportion by weight
Definition (noun) an enclosure of residences and other building (especially in the Orient)
Definition (verb) make more intense, stronger, or more marked
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The efforts were intensified
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Her rudeness intensified his dislike for her
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Pot smokers claim it heightens their awareness
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This event only deepened my convictions
Definition (verb) put or add together
Definition (verb) calculate principal and interest
Definition (verb) create by mixing or combining
Definition (verb) combine so as to form a whole; mix
Definition (adj) composed of more than one part
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compound leaves are composed of several lobes
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compound flower heads
Definition (adj) consisting of two or more substances or ingredients or elements or parts
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soap is a compound substance
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housetop is a compound word
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a blackberry is a compound fruit
Definition (adj) composed of many distinct individuals united to form a whole or colony
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coral is a colonial organism