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
impetuousmarked by impulsive vehemence or passion
obstreperousmarked by unruly or aggressive noisiness : clamorous
fabricateinvent
sportivefrolicsome
stampedea wild headlong rush or flight of frightened animals
thwartto oppose successfully : defeat the hopes or aspirations of
rationalizeto bring into accord with reason or cause something to seem reasonable: such as
homilya usually short sermon
climeclimate
loga usually bulky piece or length of a cut or fallen tree