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 |
|---|---|
| relevant | having significant and demonstrable bearing on the matter at hand |
| venial | of a kind that can be remitted : forgivable |
| compound | something formed by a union of elements or parts |
| scraps | fragments of discarded or leftover food |
| mete | to give out by measure : dole out |
| exempt | free or released from some liability or requirement to which others are subject |
| vernal | of, relating to, or occurring in the spring |
| commodious | comfortably or conveniently spacious : roomy |
| grimace | a facial expression usually of disgust, disapproval, or pain |
| glitter | to shine by reflection with many small flashes of brilliant light : sparkle |