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compare
To look at similarities and differences.
compare notes
to share ideas and information
comparison
The act of noting similarities and differences.
compartment
A separate section within a larger space.
compartmentalize
to divide into sections or categories
compass
a boundary or limit of an area
compassion
Sympathetic concern for others' suffering.
compassionate
showing kindness and concern for others' suffering.
compatibility
The ability to exist together without conflict.
compatible
Able to work or exist together without conflict.
compatriot
A fellow citizen or national.
compel
To force someone to do something.
compendium
A collection of concise but detailed information.
compensate
To make up for a loss or injury.
compensation
Payment received for work or loss.
compensatory
Serving to make up for something lost.
compete
To try to win against others.
competence
The ability to do something successfully.
competency
The ability to do something effectively.
competent
satisfactory in quality or ability
competently
In a capable and skilled manner.
competition
A contest to win or achieve something.
competitive
Involving a contest for victory or advantage.
competitively
In a way that involves competition.