GRE Word List

COMPROMISE

settlement of differences by arbitration or by consent reached by mutual concessions

The meaning of the word compromise is settlement of differences by arbitration or by consent reached by mutual concessions.

Random words

WordMeaning
gentlefree from harshness, sternness, or violence
transientpassing especially quickly into and out of existence : transitory
compileto compose out of materials from other documents
conformitycorrespondence in form, manner, or character : agreement
elatedmarked by high spirits : exultant
berateto scold or condemn vehemently and at length
unwarrantedlacking adequate or official support : not warranted : unjustified
unrulynot readily ruled, disciplined, or managed
awean emotion variously combining dread, veneration, and wonder that is inspired by authority or by the sacred or sublime
tantalizeto tease or torment by or as if by presenting something desirable to the view but continually keeping it out of reach