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
pulverizeto reduce (as by crushing, beating, or grinding) to very small particles : atomize
porouspossessing or full of pores
bargainan agreement between parties settling what each gives or receives in a transaction between them or what course of action or policy each pursues in respect to the other
scalean instrument or machine for weighing
atheistica person who does not believe in the existence of a god or any gods : one who subscribes to or advocates atheism
haggardnot tamed
hueoverall character or appearance to the mind : complexion
criteriaa standard on which a judgment or decision may be based
genteelhaving an aristocratic quality or flavor : stylish
bawdyboisterously or humorously indecent