GRE Word List
COMPARTMENT
a separate division or section
The meaning of the word compartment is a separate division or section.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| jetsam | the part of a ship, its equipment, or its cargo that is cast overboard to lighten the load in time of distress and that sinks or is washed ashore |
| verdigris | a green or greenish-blue poisonous pigment resulting from the action of acetic acid on copper and consisting of one or more basic copper acetates |
| upshot | the final result : outcome |
| quiver | a case for carrying or holding arrows |
| subjugate | to bring under control and governance as a subject : conquer |
| condiments | something used to enhance the flavor of food |
| accelerate | to move faster : to gain speed |
| contravene | to go or act contrary to : violate |
| droop | to hang or incline downward |
| nubile | of marriageable condition or age |