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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WordMeaning
tethera line (as of rope or chain) by which an animal is fastened so as to restrict its range of movement
specioushaving a false look of truth or genuineness : sophistic
braidto make from braids
lunaticaffected with a severely disordered state of mind : insane
hostagea person held by one party in a conflict as a pledge pending the fulfillment of an agreement
outfitthe act of fitting out or equipping (as for a voyage or expedition)
wiggleto move to and fro with quick jerky or shaking motions : jiggle
halcyoncharacterized by happiness, great success, and prosperity : golden
wrongheadedstubborn in adherence to wrong opinion or principles
meticulousmarked by extreme or excessive care in the consideration or treatment of details