compiled (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /kəmˈpaɪld/

Definition

To gather information from different sources and put it together in a report or book.

Examples

• She compiled a list of her favorite songs.

• The data was compiled from several different studies.

• He compiled a comprehensive guide to local restaurants.

How to Use compiled

compile X from Y (prepositional phrase)

To gather information X from source Y. — "The data was compiled from several different studies."

compile X into Y (prepositional phrase)

To gather information X and organize it into format Y. — "She compiled her notes into a book."

Synonyms of compiled

Words with a similar meaning to compiled:

• gather
• collect
• assemble
• synthesize

Antonyms of compiled

Words with the opposite meaning to compiled:

• disassembled
• scattered

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