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
haphappening
tricksterone who tricks: such as
acumenkeenness and depth of perception, discernment, or discrimination especially in practical matters
primaryfirst in order of time or development : primitive
scabbarda sheath for a sword, dagger, or bayonet
defileto make unclean or impure: such as
countermandto revoke (a command) by a contrary order
scuttlea shallow open basket for carrying something (such as grain or garden produce)
hivea container for housing honeybees
eclecticcomposed of elements drawn from various sources