compose
Translation
to compose, to constitute, to create, to calm
Examples
He composed a new symphony.
He composed a new symphony.
The group is composed of experts.
The group is composed of experts.
She tried to compose her thoughts.
She tried to compose her thoughts.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to create or write (sth.) He composed a new symphony.
((to be)) composed of ((sth.)) to be made up of (sth.) The group is composed of experts.
((oneself)) to calm (oneself) She tried to compose her thoughts.
Similar Words
Synonyms: create, write, constitute, form, calm; Antonyms: decompose, agitate
Etymology
From Latin 'componere' (to put together), from 'com-' (together) + 'ponere' (to place).
Memory Tips
Think of 'com-posing' pieces together to make a whole, whether it's music notes, people in a group, or your thoughts.