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.

Random words

WordMeaning
sleighan open usually horse-drawn vehicle with runners for use on snow or ice
optimista person who is inclined to be hopeful and to expect good outcomes : someone who is given to optimism
omnipotentalmighty
matineea musical or dramatic performance or social or public event held in the daytime and especially the afternoon
asinineextremely or utterly foolish or silly
unassumingnot assuming : modest
asceticpracticing strict self-denial as a measure of personal and especially spiritual discipline
ornatemarked by elaborate rhetoric (see rhetoric
dismissto permit or cause to leave
parleyto speak with another : confer