GRE Word List
COMPACT
predominantly formed or filled : composed
The meaning of the word compact is predominantly formed or filled : composed.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| severity | the quality or state of being severe : the condition of being very bad, serious, unpleasant, or harsh |
| pragmatist | a practical approach to problems and affairs |
| supplant | to supersede (another) especially by force or treachery |
| kaleidoscope | an instrument containing loose bits of colored material (such as glass or plastic) between two flat plates and two plane mirrors so placed that changes of position of the bits of material are reflected in an endless variety of patterns |
| hummock | a rounded knoll or hillock |
| unobtrusive | not obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous |
| pejorative | a word or phrase that has negative connotations (see connotation |
| florid | very flowery in style : ornate |
| obsolete | no longer in use or no longer useful |
| problematic | posing a problem : difficult to solve or decide |