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

WordMeaning
negateto deny the existence or truth of
propellantcapable of propelling
immutablenot capable of or susceptible to change
wiggleto move to and fro with quick jerky or shaking motions : jiggle
penetrateto pass into or through
palimpsestwriting material (such as a parchment or tablet) used one or more times after earlier writing has been erased
casualsubject to, resulting from, or occurring by chance
mountebanka person who sells quack medicines from a platform
blackballto vote against
mirthgladness or gaiety as shown by or accompanied with laughter