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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WordMeaning
ratifyto approve and sanction formally : confirm
onerousinvolving, imposing, or constituting a burden : troublesome
primordialfirst created or developed : primeval
celerityrapidity of motion or action
checkeredmarked by alternating squares of different colors, shades, or materials
epauletsomething that ornaments or protects the shoulder: such as
executiveof or relating to the execution of the laws and the conduct of public and national affairs
lucremonetary gain : profit
chortleto sing or chant exultantly
immobilitynot moving : motionless