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
cowerto shrink away or crouch especially for shelter from something that menaces, domineers, or dismays
sarcasma sharp and often satirical or ironic utterance designed to cut or give pain
chortleto sing or chant exultantly
seasonalof, relating to, or varying in occurrence according to the season
amenitiessomething that helps to provide comfort, convenience, or enjoyment
cemeterya burial ground
abjectsunk to or existing in a low state or condition : very bad or severe
seepto flow or pass slowly through fine pores or small openings : ooze
metaphora figure of speech in which a word or phrase literally denoting one kind of object or idea is used in place of another to suggest a likeness or analogy between them (as in drowning in money)
somaticof, relating to, or affecting the body especially as distinguished from the germplasm