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What is another word for Compact? – 140 Compact Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    dense tight firm solid close crowded cramped brief concise compacted condensed concentrated miniature small tiny petite neat tidy organized efficient economical space-saving streamlined slender slim narrow confined restricted limited snug secure stable strong sturdy robust durable

    Meaning of Compact

    The primary meaning of the word "Compact" is closely packed or tightly arranged.

    Definitions

    • Closely packed or tightly arranged
    • (of a vehicle) small and efficient, designed for use in crowded areas
    • (of an agreement or promise) formally made or agreed
    • Having all the necessary features or components in a small or efficient form

    Etymology of Compact

    The word "Compact" originates from the Latin "compactum", meaning "something put together", which is a combination of "com" (together) and "pac" (to pack or strike)
    Historically, the word has been used to describe things that are closely packed or tightly arranged, and has since expanded to include other meanings such as a formal agreement or a small, efficient vehicle

    Example Uses

    • The compact car was perfect for driving in the city.
    • The compact design of the new smartphone makes it easy to carry.
    • The two countries made a compact to reduce trade barriers.
    • The hiking trail was compact and well-marked, making it easy to follow.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    loose relaxed spacious open airy roomy bulky large cumbersome unwieldy awkward clumsy scattered dispersed fragmented disconnected separate detached isolated distant sprawling extensive expansive voluminous

    Related Nouns

    agreement contract treaty pact bond deal arrangement understanding settlement compromise negotiation discussion meeting conference assembly gathering convention pact alliance coalition partnership federation association organization institution

    Related Verbs

    pack compress condense concentrate consolidate gather collect assemble unite join link connect bind tie fasten secure stabilize strengthen reinforce tighten firm steady settle

    Related Adjectives

    small tiny miniature compacted condensed concentrated dense tight firm solid close crowded cramped brief concise efficient economical space-saving streamlined slender slim narrow confined restricted limited snug secure stable strong sturdy robust durable