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
derisionthe use of ridicule or scorn to show contempt
factiousof or relating to faction: such as
stricturean abnormal narrowing of a bodily passage
momentoushaving great or lasting importance : consequential
tossto throw with a quick, light, or careless motion or with a sudden jerk
idylla simple descriptive work in poetry or prose that deals with rustic life or pastoral scenes or suggests a mood of peace and contentment
saccharineof, relating to, or resembling that of sugar
anarchista person who rebels against any authority, established order, or ruling power
manifestationthe act, process, or an instance of manifesting
homelysuggestive or characteristic of a place of residence or home