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

WordMeaning
harryto make a pillaging or destructive raid on : assault
implodeto burst inward
constraintthe act of constraining
cantoone of the major divisions of a long poem
catcalla loud or raucous cry made especially to express disapproval (as at a sports event)
cessationa temporary or final ceasing (as of action) : stop
slipshodwearing loose shoes or slippers
attritionsorrow for one's sins that arises from a motive other than that of the love of God
scoffan expression of scorn, derision, or contempt : gibe
convoketo call together to a meeting