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
foiblethe part of a sword or foil blade between the middle and point
discursivemoving from topic to topic without order : rambling
unwontedbeing out of the ordinary : rare
snivelto run at the nose
profligatewildly extravagant
sapthe fluid part of a plant
overthrowoverturn
executiveof or relating to the execution of the laws and the conduct of public and national affairs
guiledeceitful cunning : duplicity
dotagea state or period of senile decay marked by decline of mental poise and alertness