GRE Word List

COMPENDIUM

a brief summary of a larger work or of a field of knowledge : abstract

The meaning of the word compendium is a brief summary of a larger work or of a field of knowledge : abstract.

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WordMeaning
tatterto make ragged
explicitfully revealed or expressed without vagueness, implication, or ambiguity : leaving no question as to meaning or intent
vulpineof, relating to, or resembling a fox
aciduloussomewhat acid or harsh in taste or manner
manipulateto treat or operate with or as if with the hands or by mechanical means especially in a skillful manner
recantto withdraw or repudiate (a statement or belief) formally and publicly : renounce
behooveto be necessary, proper, or advantageous for
wagto be in motion : stir
emissaryone designated as the agent of another : representative
hurlrush