compose

/kɒmpɒz/

Definitions

1. verb

to create or make something, such as music, poetry, or a piece of writing

“She spent the evening composing a new song on her guitar.”

2. verb

to put or set pieces together to form a whole

“The workers were composing the furniture in the new living room.”

3. noun

a piece of music or a composition

“The orchestra performed a beautiful composition by Mozart.”

4. noun

the process of putting or setting pieces together to form a whole

“The team began the composition of the new puzzle.”

5. noun

a mixture or combination of different things

“The artist used a composition of colors to create the painting.”

6. verb

to make up one’s mind or come to a decision

“After some thought, she composed her mind and decided to take the job.”

7. verb

to calm or soothe someone or something

“The doctor helped the patient compose themselves after the traumatic event.”

8. noun

a state of being calm and composed

“She maintained her composure in the face of adversity.”

Synonyms

  • assemble
  • create
  • form
  • make

Antonyms

  • decompose
  • disintegrate
  • fall apart