still vs compose

still is a noun but compose is not a noun.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
still	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
compose	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, compose is a hyponym of still; that is, compose is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than still:

Other hyponyms of still include lull, appease, assuage, conciliate, gentle, gruntle, lenify, mollify, pacify, placate.

still (noun)	compose (noun)
an apparatus used for the distillation of liquids; consists of a vessel in which a substance is vaporized by heat and a condenser where the vapor is condensed
a static photograph (especially one taken from a movie and used for advertising purposes)
a plant and works where alcoholic drinks are made by distillation
(poetic) tranquil silence

still (adjective)	compose (adjective)
not sparkling
used of pictures; of a single or static photograph not presented so as to create the illusion of motion; or representing objects not capable of motion
(of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves
marked by absence of sound
not in physical motion
free from noticeable current

still (verb)	compose (verb)
cause to be quiet or not talk	make up plans or basic details for
make motionless	produce a literary work
make calm or still	write music
lessen the intensity of or calm	put together out of existing material
	calm (someone, especially oneself); make quiet
	form the substance of

still (adverb)	compose (adverb)
to a greater degree or extent; used with comparisons
with reference to action or condition; without change, interruption, or cessation
without moving or making a sound
despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession)