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
shrivelto draw into wrinkles especially with a loss of moisture
venialof a kind that can be remitted : forgivable
derivativea word formed from another word or base : a word formed by derivation
randoma haphazard course
premonitionprevious notice or warning : forewarning
abideto bear patiently : tolerate
assertto state or declare positively and often forcefully or aggressively
behooveto be necessary, proper, or advantageous for
austerestern and cold in appearance or manner
awryoff the correct or expected course : amiss