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 |
|---|---|
| laceration | the act of lacerating |
| pan | a usually broad, shallow, and open container for domestic use (as for cooking) |
| buoyant | having buoyancy |
| forswear | to make a liar of (oneself) under or as if under oath |
| pinnace | a light sailing ship |
| askance | with disapproval or distrust : scornfully |
| sonorous | producing sound (as when struck) |
| psychopathic | of, relating to, or characterized by psychopathy |
| skulk | to move in a stealthy or furtive manner |
| worldly | of, relating to, or devoted to this world and its pursuits rather than to religion or spiritual affairs |