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 |
|---|---|
| elicit | to call forth or draw out (something, such as information or a response) |
| pittance | a small portion, amount, or allowance |
| replicate | duplicate |
| valid | having legal efficacy or force |
| tremulous | characterized by or affected with trembling or tremors |
| sensual | relating to or consisting in the gratification of the senses or the indulgence of appetite : fleshly |
| hirsute | hairy |
| cozen | to deceive, win over, or induce to do something by artful coaxing and wheedling or shrewd trickery |
| reaper | one that reaps |
| insomnia | prolonged and usually abnormal inability to get enough sleep especially due to trouble falling asleep or staying asleep |