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 |
|---|---|
| aristocracy | government by the best individuals or by a small privileged class |
| psyche | a princess loved by Cupid |
| carapace | a bony or chitinous case or shield covering the back or part of the back of an animal (such as a turtle or crab) |
| tempestuous | of, relating to, or resembling a tempest : turbulent |
| biting | having the power to bite |
| avuncular | suggestive of an uncle especially in kindliness or geniality |
| jubilation | an act of rejoicing : the state of being jubilant |
| exquisite | marked by flawless craftsmanship or by beautiful, ingenious, delicate, or elaborate execution |
| voluptuous | suggesting sensual pleasure by fullness and beauty of form |
| willful | obstinately and often perversely self-willed |