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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| parvenu | one that has recently or suddenly risen to an unaccustomed position of wealth or power and has not yet gained the prestige, dignity, or manner associated with it |
| sectarian | of, relating to, or characteristic of a sect or sectarian |
| reiterate | to state or do over again or repeatedly sometimes with wearying effect |
| brackish | somewhat salty |
| garnish | decorate |
| prone | having a tendency or inclination : being likely |
| invulnerable | incapable of being wounded, injured, or harmed |
| unfetter | to free from fetters |
| exceptionable | being likely to cause objection : objectionable |
| unobtrusive | not obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous |