compose

1 of 1verb

/kəmˈpoʊz/

Forms:composes,composing,composed,composed

to write a musical piece

B2transitive

She was inspired by nature's beauty to compose a serene and melodic piano sonata.
As part of his coursework, the music student was tasked to compose a short piece for solo violin.
The film director commissioned a talented composer to compose the soundtrack for the upcoming movie.
The composer drew inspiration from historical events to compose a powerful and evocative choral composition.
They asked her to compose a piece for the upcoming concert.

Synonyms:

to write a literary piece with a lot of consideration

C1transitive

After months of research, she finally composed a compelling essay on environmental conservation.
The poet took hours to compose a heartfelt poem that captured the essence of love.
The author worked diligently to compose a gripping mystery novel that kept readers on the edge of their seats.
Students were asked to compose a persuasive speech on a topic of their choice for the class assignment.
In the quiet library, she sat down to compose a thoughtful letter to her long-lost friend.

Synonyms:

to bring together various elements or components to create a unified whole

transitive

The artist composed a beautiful landscape painting using vibrant colors and intricate brush strokes.
The chef composed a culinary masterpiece, combining diverse flavors and textures into a harmonious dish.
The choreographer composed a dance routine that showcased the dancers' skills and conveyed a powerful narrative.
The interior designer composed the room's layout, selecting furniture and decor to create an inviting space.
The floral artist composed a stunning arrangement of flowers, showcasing contrasting colors and textures to create visual interest.

Synonyms:

to form or make up a whole

transitive

Carbon and hydrogen atoms compose the molecular structure of methane gas.
The novel is composed of multiple chapters, each contributing to the overall narrative.
Red, blue, and green light compose the spectrum of colors visible to the human eye.
Amino acids compose the building blocks of proteins in living organisms.
The menu is composed of a variety of dishes, catering to different dietary preferences.

to bring one's emotions, demeanor, or thoughts into a state of calmness or control

transitive

She took a deep breath to compose herself before stepping onto the stage to deliver her speech.
Despite the chaos around him, he managed to compose his thoughts and make a rational decision.
He struggled to compose his features as he listened to the heartbreaking story.
She closed her eyes for a moment to compose herself after hearing the unexpected news.
The music had a calming effect, helping him compose his racing thoughts and find clarity.