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
elevationthe height to which something is elevated: such as
remoteseparated by an interval or space greater than usual
hutan often small and temporary dwelling of simple construction : shack
equinoxeither of the two points on the celestial sphere where the celestial equator intersects the ecliptic
valorstrength of mind or spirit that enables a person to encounter danger with firmness : personal bravery
repastsomething taken as food : meal
inroadan advance or penetration often at the expense of someone or something
appendattach
primatea bishop who has precedence in a province, a group of provinces, or a nation
duplicitycontradictory doubleness of thought, speech, or action