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
supplantto supersede (another) especially by force or treachery
perceptiveresponsive to sensory stimuli : discerning
slanderto utter slander against : defame
brocadea rich silk fabric with raised patterns in gold and silver
eroticof, devoted to, or tending to arouse sexual love or desire
brittleeasily broken, cracked, or snapped
perpetualcontinuing forever : everlasting
ordeala primitive means used to determine guilt or innocence by submitting the accused to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under supernatural control
philatelista specialist in philately : one who collects or studies stamps
maroona dark red