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
petrifyto convert (organic matter) into stone or a substance of stony hardness by the infiltration of water and the deposition of dissolved mineral matter
analogya comparison of two otherwise unlike things based on resemblance of a particular aspect
assentto agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur
imbalancelack of balance : the state of being out of equilibrium or out of proportion
gentilitythe condition of belonging to the gentry
relentto become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity
stinta period of time spent at a particular activity
fretto eat or gnaw into : corrode
brawnthe flesh of a boar
truisman undoubted or self-evident truth