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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deadlocka state of inaction or neutralization resulting from the opposition of equally powerful uncompromising persons or factions : standstill
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ignoblecharacterized by baseness, lowness, or meanness
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cogitateto ponder or meditate on usually intently
forthrightfree from ambiguity or evasiveness : going straight to the point
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bravehaving or showing mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty : having or showing courage
gratuitysomething given voluntarily or beyond obligation usually for some service
excisean internal tax levied on the manufacture, sale, or consumption of a commodity