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compass

[kuhm-puhs] / ˈkʌm pəs /
NOUN
boundary, periphery
Synonyms
STRONG
ambit area bound circle circuit circumference circumscription confines domain enclosure environs expanse extent field limit limitation orbit perimeter precinct purlieus purview radius range reach realm restriction round scope sphere stretch sweep zone
Antonyms
STRONG
freedom infinity inside interior middle open release
VERB
enclose
Synonyms
STRONG
beset besiege blockade circle circumscribe encircle encompass environ gird girdle ring round surround
WEAK
hem in
Antonyms
STRONG
free let go
WEAK
fail lose
VERB
achieve, get
Synonyms
STRONG
accomplish annex attain effect execute fulfill gain have land obtain perform procure realize secure win
WEAK
bring about
Antonyms
STRONG
abandon fail forfeit forget give up ignore lose miss neglect

Example Sentences

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“For us, being a pacifist country wasn’t just a political label. It has been our moral compass after the tragedy,” said Yagi.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

In magnetic minerals, the alignment of electrons acts like a tiny compass pointing toward Earth's magnetic pole.

From Science Daily • Mar. 21, 2026

In the world of Martin’s books, even the most duty-bound characters must find their compass in the shadow of life and memory.

From Salon • Feb. 25, 2026

While history provides a guide to what’s likely to come next, it’s more of a compass than a GPS.

From Barron's • Feb. 20, 2026

Nat brought him the compass and gave him his change.

From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham