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
preposterouscontrary to nature, reason, or common sense : absurd
acridsharp and harsh or unpleasantly pungent in taste or odor : irritating
nomenclaturename
divineof, relating to, or proceeding directly from God (see god
compriseto be made up of
opticiana maker of or dealer in optical items and instruments
velocityquickness of motion : speed
felicitythe quality or state of being happy
pastichea literary, artistic, musical, or architectural work that imitates the style of previous work
pulmonaryof, relating to, affecting, or occurring in the lungs