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
latentpresent and capable of emerging or developing but not now visible, obvious, active, or symptomatic
blueof the color whose hue is that of the clear sky : of the color blue (see blue
enormityan outrageous, improper, vicious, or immoral act
adversaryone that contends with, opposes, or resists : an enemy or opponent
gibeto utter taunting words
untenablenot able to be defended
humorthat quality which appeals to a sense of the ludicrous or absurdly incongruous : a funny or amusing quality
deflectto turn (something) aside especially from a straight course or fixed direction
censurea judgment involving condemnation
indecisivemarked by or prone to indecision : irresolute