GRE Word List

DECOMPOSITION

to separate into constituent parts or elements or into simpler compounds

The meaning of the word decomposition is to separate into constituent parts or elements or into simpler compounds.

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WordMeaning
lugubriousmournful
comaa state of profound unconsciousness caused by disease, injury, or poison
aperturean opening or open space : hole
vagaryan erratic, unpredictable, or extravagant manifestation, action, or notion
intransigencethe quality or state of being intransigent
sledgesledgehammer
adjointo add or attach by joining
unctionthe act of anointing as a rite of consecration or healing
harrowingacutely distressing or painful
precipitateto throw violently : hurl