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 |
|---|---|
| truncate | to shorten by or as if by cutting off |
| mar | to ruin or diminish the perfection or wholeness of : spoil |
| graze | to feed on growing herbage, attached algae, or phytoplankton |
| compile | to compose out of materials from other documents |
| lull | to cause to sleep or rest : soothe |
| tutelary | having the guardianship of a person or a thing |
| recession | the act or action of receding : withdrawal |
| canine | a conical pointed tooth |
| cordial | showing or marked by warm and often hearty friendliness, favor, or approval |
| scale | an instrument or machine for weighing |