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
misnomerthe misnaming of a person in a legal instrument
devolveto pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another
broochan ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck
devoutcommitted or devoted to religion or to religious duties or exercises
fertileproducing or bearing many crops in great quantities : productive
irrepressibleimpossible to repress, restrain, or control
contrivedhaving an unnatural or false appearance or quality : artificial
deflectto turn (something) aside especially from a straight course or fixed direction
beneficialproducing good results or helpful effects : conferring benefits (see benefit
septicof, relating to, or causing putrefaction