Hyphenation of compounded

How to hyphenate compounded

compounded is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, compounded is hyphenated as:

com-pounded

Syllables Count: 2
Characters Count: 10
Alpha-numeric Characters Count: 10
Hyphens Count: 1

Hyphenation performed using the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. This result is approximate and has not been verified against authoritative sources.

Definitions of compounded

compounded is defined as:

Definition 1 as verb

verb
To form (a resulting mixture) by combining different elements, ingredients, or parts.
Example: to compound a medicine
verb
To assemble (ingredients) into a whole; to combine, mix, or unite.
verb
To modify or change by combination with some other thing or part; to mingle with something else.
verb
To settle by agreeing on less than the claim, or on different terms than those stipulated.
Example: to compound a debt
verb
To settle amicably; to adjust by agreement; to compromise.
verb
To come to terms of agreement; to agree; to settle by a compromise; usually followed by with before the person participating, and for before the thing compounded or the consideration.
verb
To compose; to constitute.
verb
To increase in value with interest, where the interest is earned on both the principal sum and prior earned interest.
verb
To worsen a situation.
verb
Of a horse: to fail to maintain speed.

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What is hyphenation

Hyphenation is the use of hyphens to join words or parts of words. It plays a crucial role in writing, ensuring clarity and readability.

In compound terms like 'check-in', the hyphen clarifies relationships between words. It also assists in breaking words at line ends, preserving flow and understanding, such as in 'tele-communication'. Hyphenation rules vary; some words lose their hyphens with common usage (e.g., 'email' from 'e-mail'). It's an evolving aspect of language, with guidelines differing across style manuals. Understanding hyphenation improves writing quality, making it an indispensable tool in effective communication.