Pronunciation

/kəmˈpəʊzɪʃn/

Definitions

Noun

1. The act or process of combining elements to form a whole, especially words to create a written or spoken work. Example: “The poet’s composition was a masterpiece of literary composition.”
2. A piece of writing, music, or art that has been created. Example: “The composition for the orchestra is quite intricate.”
3. A mixture of different things; a blend. Example: “The garden’s composition featured a variety of colorful flowers.”

Verb

1. To create or assemble (a written or artistic work). Example: “She spent hours composing a new song.”
2. To determine or decide the structure or arrangement of. Example: “The teacher helped the students compose their essays.”

Adjective

1. Characteristic of a particular style or manner of expression. Example: “Her compositions have a distinctively modern feel.”
2. Made up of various parts or elements. Example: “The landscape had a harmonious composition of colors.”

Phrases

• “Compose a letter” means to write a letter or message.
• “Composition skills” refer to the ability to create well-structured written or artistic works.
• “Music composition” is the process of creating original musical pieces.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The artist’s composition for the mural took months to complete.”
• Verb: “She started composing a novel last year but hasn’t finished it yet.”
• Adjective: “His paintings are known for their balanced and visually pleasing compositions.”

Synonyms

• Creation
• Arrangement
• Construction
• Work
• Piece
• Artwork
• Draft
• Musical piece
• Literary piece