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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concurrentoperating or occurring at the same time
warrantya real covenant binding the grantor of an estate and the grantor's heirs to warrant and defend the title
archivesa place in which public records or historical materials (such as documents) are preserved
anarchista person who rebels against any authority, established order, or ruling power
myopicaffected by myopia : of, relating to, or exhibiting myopia : nearsighted
worldlyof, relating to, or devoted to this world and its pursuits rather than to religion or spiritual affairs
fluctuateto shift back and forth uncertainly
cunningdexterous or crafty in the use of special resources (such as skill or knowledge) or in attaining an end
astralof, relating to, or coming from the stars
coquettea woman who endeavors without sincere affection to gain the attention and admiration of men