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
testatora person who dies leaving a will or testament in force
cowthe mature female of cattle (genus Bos)
promiscuoushaving or involving many sexual partners : not restricted to one sexual partner or few sexual partners
hostagea person held by one party in a conflict as a pledge pending the fulfillment of an agreement
ironythe use of words to express something other than and especially the opposite of the literal meaning
impaleto pierce with or as if with something pointed
prowessdistinguished bravery
enfranchiseto set free (as from slavery)
rigorharsh inflexibility in opinion, temper, or judgment : severity
ensueto strive to attain : pursue