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
wantonmerciless
backslideto lapse morally or in the practice of religion
entrepreneurone who organizes, manages, and assumes the risks of a business or enterprise
ciliatedpossessing cilia
malignevil in nature, influence, or effect : injurious
floweryof, relating to, or resembling flowers
impeccablefree from fault or blame : flawless
punitiveinflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment
lucidsuffused with light : luminous
protrudeto jut out from the surrounding surface or context