GRE Word List

COMPARTMENT

a separate division or section

The meaning of the word compartment is a separate division or section.

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virusany of a large group of submicroscopic infectious agents that are usually regarded as nonliving extremely complex molecules, that typically contain a protein coat surrounding an RNA or DNA core of genetic material but no semipermeable membrane, that are capable of growth and multiplication only in living cells, and that cause various important diseases in humans, animals, and plants
impeachto charge with a crime or misdemeanor
marredto ruin or diminish the perfection or wholeness of : spoil
chagrindisquietude or distress of mind caused by humiliation, disappointment, or failure
saunterto walk about in an idle or leisurely manner : stroll
overthrowoverturn
accedeto express approval or give consent : to agree to a request or demand
maimto mutilate, disfigure, or wound seriously
mercenaryone that serves merely for wages
fienddevil