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
parvenuone that has recently or suddenly risen to an unaccustomed position of wealth or power and has not yet gained the prestige, dignity, or manner associated with it
sectarianof, relating to, or characteristic of a sect or sectarian
reiterateto state or do over again or repeatedly sometimes with wearying effect
brackishsomewhat salty
garnishdecorate
pronehaving a tendency or inclination : being likely
invulnerableincapable of being wounded, injured, or harmed
unfetterto free from fetters
exceptionablebeing likely to cause objection : objectionable
unobtrusivenot obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous