GRE Word List

COMPOUND

something formed by a union of elements or parts

The meaning of the word compound is something formed by a union of elements or parts.

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WordMeaning
repulsionthe action of repulsing : the state of being repulsed
requisiteneeded for a particular purpose : essential
ripto tear or split apart or open
conjectureinference formed without proof or sufficient evidence
poignancythe quality or state of being poignant
vapidlacking flavor, zest, interest, animation, or spirit : flat
ciliatedpossessing cilia
flashylacking in substance or flavor : insipid
draughta rough written version of something that is not yet in its final form; to write the first rough version of something such as a letter, speech, book or law; to choose people and send them somewhere for a special task
swelterto suffer, sweat, or be faint from heat