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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hermeticof or relating to the mystical and alchemical writings or teachings arising in the first three centuries a.d.
humdrummonotonous
bridlethe headgear with which a horse is governed and which carries a bit (see bit
fitfulcharacterized by fits or paroxysms
remediablecapable of being remedied
annotateto make or furnish critical or explanatory notes or comment
resolveto deal with successfully : clear up
lacklusterlacking in sheen, brilliance, or vitality : dull
veritythe quality or state of being true or real
profusionlavish expenditure : extravagance