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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bewitchto influence or affect especially injuriously by witchcraft
prosperto succeed in an enterprise or activity
motleyvariegated in color
inviolablesecure from violation or profanation
franticemotionally out of control
pernicioushighly injurious or destructive : deadly
ordeala primitive means used to determine guilt or innocence by submitting the accused to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under supernatural control
tokena piece resembling a coin issued for use (as for fare on a bus) by a particular group on specified terms
graduateto receive an academic degree or diploma
larcenythe unlawful taking of personal property with intent to deprive the rightful owner of it permanently