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
salientmoving by leaps or springs : jumping
browbeatto intimidate or disconcert by a stern manner or arrogant speech : bully
gustoan individual or special taste
flaccidnot firm or stiff
interiman intervening time : interval
stereotypeto make a stereotype from
fluencythe quality or state of being fluent
lagoona shallow sound, channel, or pond near or communicating with a larger body of water
solicitousmanifesting or expressing solicitude
adaptto make fit (as for a new use) often by modification