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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| impertinent | given to or characterized by insolent rudeness |
| tepid | moderately warm : lukewarm |
| importune | to press or urge with troublesome persistence |
| capacity | legal competency (see competence |
| preponderance | a superiority in weight, power, importance, or strength |
| harry | to make a pillaging or destructive raid on : assault |
| stupefy | to make stupid, groggy, or insensible |
| maelstrom | a powerful often violent whirlpool sucking in objects within a given radius |
| qualms | a feeling of uneasiness about a point especially of conscience or propriety |
| duration | continuance in time |