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
subdueto conquer and bring into subjection : vanquish
torsothe human body apart from the head, neck, arms, and legs : the human trunk
anvila heavy usually steel-faced iron block on which metal is shaped (as by hand hammering)
fortitudestrength of mind that enables a person to encounter danger or bear pain or adversity with courage
aristocracygovernment by the best individuals or by a small privileged class
disaffecteddiscontented and resentful especially against authority : rebellious
incriminateto charge with or show evidence or proof of involvement in a crime or fault
indecisiona wavering between two or more possible courses of action : irresolution
demurto take exception : object
swelterto suffer, sweat, or be faint from heat