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 |
|---|---|
| lumen | the cavity of a tubular organ or part |
| intermediary | mediator |
| daunt | to lessen the courage of : cow |
| nip | to catch hold of and squeeze tightly between two surfaces, edges, or points : pinch |
| mammoth | any of a genus (Mammuthus) of extinct Pleistocene mammals of the elephant family distinguished from recent elephants by highly ridged molars, usually large size, very long tusks that curve upward, and well-developed body hair |
| nomadic | of, relating to, or characteristic of nomads |
| astigmatism | a defect of an optical system (such as a lens) causing rays from a point to fail to meet in a focal point resulting in a blurred and imperfect image |
| irrepressible | impossible to repress, restrain, or control |
| touchstone | a fundamental or quintessential part or feature : basis |
| proselytize | to induce someone to convert to one's faith |