compression
How many syllables in compression?
There are 3 syllables in the word compression.How to pronounce compression:
Synonyms for compression:
compacting
compaction
compressing
concentration
concretion
condensation
condensing
consolidation
constricting
constriction
contracting
contraction
crushing
densification
encoding
encryption
mpeg
pressing
squeeze
squeezing
telescoping
Antonyms for compression:
augmentation
decompression
easing
enlargement
expansion
extension
freedom
increase
lengthening
opening
rarefaction
relaxation
release
releasing
relenting
stretching
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