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 |
|---|---|
| intangible | not tangible : impalpable |
| monochromatic | having or consisting of one color or hue |
| imprudent | not prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment |
| vacillate | to waver in mind, will, or feeling : hesitate in choice of opinions or courses |
| misconstrue | to interpret (something, such as a statement or action) wrongly : misinterpret |
| quirk | an abrupt twist or curve |
| impede | to interfere with or slow the progress of |
| catcall | a loud or raucous cry made especially to express disapproval (as at a sports event) |
| mogul | an Indian Muslim of or descended from one of several conquering groups of Mongol, Turkish, and Persian origin |
| diverge | to move or extend in different directions from a common point : draw apart |