adjective

composite

composite

Composite materials are strong and light.

Composite materials are strong and light.

The final grade is a composite score.

The final grade is a composite score.

composite ((noun)) made of various parts or elements Composite materials are strong.

Synonyms: compound, blended, mixed; Antonyms: simple, pure

From Latin 'compositus' (put together), the past participle of 'componere' (to put together). It shares the same root as its word family member, 'composer'.

Think of a 'composite sketch' made by the police, which is 'put together' from different descriptions.

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