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
ventureto proceed especially in the face of danger
discourseverbal interchange of ideas
sciondescendant
infantileof or relating to infants or infancy
unfalteringnot wavering or weakening : firm
nocturnalof, relating to, or occurring in the night
deprecateto express disapproval of
treasurewealth (such as money, jewels, or precious metals) stored up or hoarded
moltto shed hair, feathers, shell, horns, or an outer layer periodically
contrivedhaving an unnatural or false appearance or quality : artificial