GRE Word List

COMPRISE

to be made up of

The meaning of the word comprise is to be made up of.

Random words

WordMeaning
canvassto go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments
stumbleto fall into sin or waywardness
cachea hiding place especially for concealing and preserving provisions or implements
tethera line (as of rope or chain) by which an animal is fastened so as to restrict its range of movement
pusillanimouslacking courage and resolution : marked by contemptible timidity
philologythe study of literature and of disciplines relevant to literature or to language as used in literature
horticulturalthe science and art of growing fruits, vegetables, flowers, or ornamental plants
gerontocracyrule by elders
gamutthe whole series of recognized musical notes
overturean initiative toward agreement or action : proposal