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
exactingtryingly or unremittingly severe in making demands
injuriousinflicting or tending to inflict injury : detrimental
compulsorymandatory
scotchscottish
shuntto turn off to one side : shift
frockan outer garment worn by monks and friars : habit
nutrientfurnishing nourishment
noosea loop with a slipknot that binds closer the more it is drawn
coddleto cook (something, such as eggs) in liquid slowly and gently just below the boiling point
odoroushaving an odor: such as