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 |
|---|---|
| idiosyncrasy | a peculiarity of constitution or temperament : an individualizing characteristic or quality |
| propellant | capable of propelling |
| distort | to twist (see twist |
| fraudulent | characterized by, based on, or done by fraud : deceitful |
| embitter | to excite bitter feelings in |
| awe | an emotion variously combining dread, veneration, and wonder that is inspired by authority or by the sacred or sublime |
| bid | to offer (a price) whether for payment or acceptance |
| wheedle | to influence or entice by soft words or flattery |
| insubordination | disobedient to authority |
| effete | no longer fertile |