Synonyms for

Comprise

Verb / kʌˈmpraɪz / Another word for comprise — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to consist of or be made up of; to include or contain

Synonyms & similar words

constitute consist makeup contain represent be incorporate contain embody encompass involve compose include constitute form total represent be consist entail envelop cover enclose

Synonyms by register

Formal

consist of contain include encompass

Informal

made up of includes has

Literary

hold embrace

Antonyms

exclude lack omit remove separate subtract

Common collocations

  • comprise the whole
  • comprise the majority
  • comprise the elements
  • comprise a team
  • comprise a set
  • comprise the bulk

Word family

verb comprise

Usage note

The verb 'comprise' means to consist of or be made up of. It is often misused; 'is comprised of' is generally considered incorrect, and 'comprises' should be used instead (e.g., 'The team comprises ten members').

Example sentences

  1. The United States comprises fifty states.
  2. The team is comprised of players from different countries.
  3. The book comprises three chapters.
  4. The committee is comprised of five members.
  5. The cake ingredients comprise flour, sugar, and eggs.

Quotes

  • The whole comprises its parts.
  • The parts comprise the whole.
  • Life is comprised of moments.

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