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 |
|---|---|
| solstice | either of the two points on the ecliptic at which its distance from the celestial equator is greatest and which is reached by the sun each year about June 21 and December 21 |
| brindled | having obscure dark streaks or flecks on a usually gray or tawny ground |
| whiff | a quick puff or slight gust especially of air, odor, gas, smoke, or spray |
| internecine | of, relating to, or involving conflict within a group |
| imposture | the act or practice of deceiving by means of an assumed character or name |
| aspire | to seek to attain or accomplish a particular goal |
| buoyant | having buoyancy |
| disconsolate | cheerless |
| confide | to have confidence : trust |
| rivulet | a small stream |