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COMPASS Synonyms

There are 31 synonyms of the word compass. (exact relations)
There are 12 hypernyms of the word compass. (close relations)

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direction
nounn
noun

• a line leading to a place or point

• the spatial relation between something and the course along which it points or moves

• a general course along which something has a tendency to develop

• something that provides direction or advice as to a decision or course of action

• the act of managing something

• a message describing how something is to be done

• the act of setting and holding a course

• a formal statement of a command or injunction to do something

• the concentration of attention or energy on something

guidance
nounn
noun

• something that provides direction or advice as to a decision or course of action

• the act of guiding or showing the way

• the act of setting and holding a course

orientation
nounn
noun

• the act of orienting

• an integrated set of attitudes and beliefs

• position or alignment relative to points of the compass or other specific directions

• a predisposition in favor of something

• a person's awareness of self with regard to position and time and place and personal relationships

• a course introducing a new situation or environment

bearings
verb, nounv, n
adjective

• (of a structural member) withstanding a weight or strain

noun

• relevant relation or interconnection

• the direction or path along which something moves or along which it lies

• dignified manner or conduct

• characteristic way of bearing one's body

• heraldry consisting of a design or image depicted on a shield

• a rotating support placed between moving parts to allow them to move easily

reach
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the limits within which something can be effective

• an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control:

• the act of physically reaching or thrusting out

• the limit of capability

verb

• reach a destination, either real or abstract

• reach a point in time, or a certain state or level

• move forward or upward in order to touch; also in a metaphorical sense

• be in or establish communication with

• to gain with effort

• to extend as far as

• reach a goal

• place into the hands or custody of

• to exert much effort or energy

grasp
verbv
noun

• understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something

• the limit of capability

• an intellectual hold or understanding

• the act of grasping

verb

• hold firmly

• get the meaning of something

range
verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj
noun

• an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control:

• the limits within which something can be effective

• a large tract of grassy open land on which livestock can graze

• a series of hills or mountains

• a place for shooting (firing or driving) projectiles of various kinds

• a variety of different things or activities

• (mathematics) the set of values of the dependent variable for which a function is defined

• the limit of capability

• a kitchen appliance used for cooking food

verb

• change or be different within limits

• move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment

• have a range; be capable of projecting over a certain distance, as of a gun

• range or extend over; occupy a certain area

• lay out orderly or logically in a line or as if in a line

• feed as in a meadow or pasture

• let eat

• assign a rank or rating to

accomplish
verbv
verb

• put in effect

• to gain with effort

achieve
verbv
verb

• to gain with effort

ambit
nounn
noun

• an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control:

apprehend
verbv
verb

• get the meaning of something

• take into custody

• anticipate with dread or anxiety

attain
verbv
verb

• to gain with effort

• reach a point in time, or a certain state or level

• find unexpectedly

• reach a destination, either real or abstract

circumnavigate
verbv
verb

• travel around, either by plane or ship

comprehend
verbv
verb

• get the meaning of something

• to become aware of through the senses

• include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory

conspire
verbv
verb

• engage in plotting or enter into a conspiracy, swear together

• act in unison or agreement and in secret towards a deceitful or illegal purpose

cover
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something

• bedding that keeps a person warm in bed

• the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it

• the protective covering on the front, back, and spine of a book

• a natural object that covers or envelops

• covering for a hole (especially a hole in the top of a container)

• fire that makes it difficult for the enemy to fire on your own individuals or formations

• a fixed charge by a restaurant or nightclub over and above the charge for food and drink

• a recording of a song that was first recorded or made popular by somebody else

• a false identity and background (especially one created for an undercover agent)

verb

• provide with a covering or cause to be covered

• form a cover over

• span an interval of distance, space or time

• provide for

• act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression

• include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory

• travel across or pass over

• be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism

• hold within range of an aimed firearm

• to take an action to protect against future problems

• hide from view or knowledge

• protect or defend (a position in a game)

• maintain a check on; especially by patrolling

• protect by insurance

• make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities

• invest with a large or excessive amount of something

• help out by taking someone's place and temporarily assuming his responsibilities

• be sufficient to meet, defray, or offset the charge or cost of

• spread over a surface to conceal or protect

• cover as if with a shroud

• copulate with a female, used especially of horses

• put something on top of something else

• play a higher card than the one previously played

• be responsible for guarding an opponent in a game

• sit on (eggs)

• clothe, as if for protection from the elements

dig
verbv
noun

• the site of an archeological exploration

• an aggressive remark directed at a person like a missile and intended to have a telling effect

• a small gouge (as in the cover of a book)

• the act of digging

• the act of touching someone suddenly with your finger or elbow

verb

• turn up, loosen, or remove earth

• create by digging

• work hard

• remove, harvest, or recover by digging

• thrust down or into

• remove the inner part or the core of

• poke or thrust abruptly

• get the meaning of something

encircle
verbv
verb

• form or draw a circle around

• bind with something round or circular

environ
verbv
verb

• extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle

gain
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a quantity that is added

• the advantageous quality of being beneficial

• the amount of increase in signal power or voltage or current expressed as the ratio of output to input

• the amount by which the revenue of a business exceeds its cost of operating

verb

• obtain

• win something through one's efforts

• derive a benefit from

• reach a destination, either real or abstract

• obtain advantages, such as points, etc.

• rise in rate or price

• increase or develop

• earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages

• increase (one's body weight)

Best Hypernyms For COMPASS

Here is a list of related hypernyms for compass, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (10)
accomplish achieve attain capability capableness circle extent potentiality reach understand
Phrases (2)
drafting instrumentnavigational instrument

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