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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beelinea straight direct course
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manifestoa written statement declaring publicly the intentions, motives, or views of its issuer
celibateof, relating to, or characterized by celibacy:
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impedimentsomething that impedes
imbroglioan acutely painful or embarrassing misunderstanding
substantialconsisting of or relating to substance
sherbeta cold drink of sweetened and diluted fruit juice
nutritionthe act or process of nourishing or being nourished