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.

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WordMeaning
subsideto sink or fall to the bottom : settle
insubstantialnot substantial: such as
exquisitemarked by flawless craftsmanship or by beautiful, ingenious, delicate, or elaborate execution
carriondead and putrefying flesh
fazeto disturb the composure of : disconcert
scurvya disease caused by a lack of vitamin C and characterized by spongy gums, loosening of the teeth, and a bleeding into the skin and mucous membranes
reclineto cause or permit to incline backwards
drollhaving a humorous, whimsical, or odd quality
saboteurone that practices sabotage
maraudto roam about and raid in search of plunder