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
clapto strike (two things, such as two flat, hard surfaces) together so as to produce a sharp percussive noise
ulteriorgoing beyond what is openly said or shown and especially what is proper
lingerto be slow in parting or in quitting something : tarry
unilateraldone or undertaken by one person or party
validateto make legally valid : ratify
cardiologistthe study of the heart and its action and diseases
remoteseparated by an interval or space greater than usual
precisa concise summary of essential points, statements, or facts
cloyingdisgusting or distasteful by reason of excess
tepidmoderately warm : lukewarm