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 |
|---|---|
| circuit | a usually circular line encompassing an area |
| adore | to worship or honor as a deity or as divine |
| retroactive | extending in scope or effect to a prior time or to conditions that existed or originated in the past |
| hoard | a supply or fund stored up and often hidden away |
| incontrovertible | not open to question : indisputable |
| flora | a treatise on or list of the plants of an area or period |
| abrasive | causing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade |
| plight | to put or give in pledge : engage |
| colander | a perforated utensil for washing or draining food |
| succulent | full of juice : juicy |