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
conciliatoryintended to gain goodwill or favor or to reduce hostility : tending or intended to conciliate
clichea trite phrase or expression
odysseya long wandering or voyage usually marked by many changes of fortune
adroithaving or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situations
aspireto seek to attain or accomplish a particular goal
transitoryof brief duration : temporary
disabuseto free from error, misconception, or fallacy (see fallacy
deb\^aclesudden disastrous downfall or defeat; complete disaster
buccaneerany of the freebooters preying on Spanish ships and settlements especially in 17th century West Indies
assentto agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur