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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| surmount | to prevail over : overcome |
| sedentary | not migratory : settled |
| dilate | to become enlarged or widened |
| arbiter | a person with power to decide a dispute : judge |
| entourage | one's attendants or associates |
| fetter | a chain or shackle for the feet |
| transitory | of brief duration : temporary |
| aromatic | of, relating to, or having aroma: |
| posthumous | born after the death of the father |
| reputed | having a good repute : reputable |