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 |
|---|---|
| podium | a low wall serving as a foundation or terrace wall: such as |
| complaisant | marked by an inclination to please or oblige |
| noose | a loop with a slipknot that binds closer the more it is drawn |
| discourse | verbal interchange of ideas |
| odium | the state or fact of being subjected to hatred and contempt as a result of a despicable act or blameworthy circumstance |
| assay | to analyze (something, such as an ore) for one or more specific components |
| emasculate | to deprive of strength, vigor, or spirit : weaken |
| damn | to condemn to a punishment or fate |
| numismatist | the study or collection of coins, tokens, and paper money and sometimes related objects (such as medals) |
| cryptic | secret |