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 |
|---|---|
| alluvial | relating to, composed of, or found in alluvium |
| pseudonym | a fictitious name |
| antagonism | opposition of a conflicting force, tendency, or principle |
| adjutant | a staff officer in the army, air force, or marine corps who assists the commanding officer and is responsible especially for correspondence |
| igneous | formed by solidification of magma |
| seamy | having the rough side of the seam showing |
| pervasive | existing in or spreading through every part of something |
| dexterous | mentally adroit and skillful : clever |
| importunate | troublesomely urgent : overly persistent in request or demand |
| betray | to lead astray |