GRE Word List

COMPRISE

to be made up of

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

Random words

WordMeaning
imperiousmarked by arrogant assurance : domineering
oatmealmeal made from oats
scintillateto emit sparks : spark
exceptwith the exclusion or exception of
far-fetchedbrought from a remote time or place
inanimatenot animate:
catalysta substance that enables a chemical reaction to proceed at a usually faster rate or under different conditions (as at a lower temperature) than otherwise possible
cornucopiaa curved, hollow goat's horn or similarly shaped receptacle (such as a horn-shaped basket) that is overflowing especially with fruit and vegetables (such as gourds, ears of corn, apples, and grapes) and that is used as a decorative motif emblematic of abundance
judicioushaving, exercising, or characterized by sound judgment
superfluousexceeding what is sufficient or necessary : extra