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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| extenuate | to lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate |
| temporize | to act to suit the time or occasion : yield to current or dominant opinion |
| loiter | to delay an activity with idle stops and pauses : dawdle |
| misdemeanor | a crime less serious than a felony (see felony |
| amorous | strongly moved by love and especially sexual love |
| mass | the liturgy of the Eucharist (see eucharist |
| effigy | an image or representation especially of a person |
| excerpt | a passage (as from a book or musical composition) selected, performed, or copied : extract |
| peddle | to travel about with wares for sale |
| invert | to reverse in position, order, or relationship |