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comprised by or comprised of? which is correct? if both are, what's the difference?
Jul 9, 2012 8:25 AM
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Both are possible, although "comprised of" is more common. Commonly used does not mean correct. "The whole comprises its parts" is correct usage. Awkward, but still correct, is "the parts are comprised by the whole". "The United States comprises fifty states". It is actually considered technically incorrect to say "the United States is comprised of fifty states", even though people commonly say this. It would be better to say "the United States is composed of fifty states". The expression "comprised of" is gaining popularity, and I have no doubt it will become accepted usage someday.
July 9, 2012
Comprised by is not correct. You can say compromised by meaning that you are under suspicion by an indiscreet action. Comprised of is correct - meaning consisting of ex: my house is comprised of 2 bedroom, kitchen, living room.
July 9, 2012
composed by comprised of
July 9, 2012
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