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comprised

[kəmˈpraɪzd]

comprised Definition

(used in passive voice) consist of; be made up of.

Using comprised: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "comprised" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The committee is comprised of ten members.

  • Example

    The book is comprised of three parts.

  • Example

    The team is comprised mostly of young players.

comprised Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for comprised

  • consist of
  • be composed of
  • be made up of

Origins of comprised

from Old French 'compris', past participle of 'comprendre', meaning 'to understand'

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Summary: comprised in Brief

'Comprised' [kəmˈpraɪzd] is a verb used in the passive voice to indicate that something consists of or is made up of other things. It is often used in formal contexts, such as 'The committee is comprised of ten members,' or in informal contexts, such as 'The team is comprised mostly of young players.'