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 |
|---|---|
| skeptic | an adherent or advocate of skepticism |
| stipend | a fixed sum of money paid periodically for services or to defray expenses |
| resurrect | to raise from the dead |
| somber | so shaded as to be dark and gloomy |
| larceny | the unlawful taking of personal property with intent to deprive the rightful owner of it permanently |
| gossamer | a film of cobwebs floating in air in calm clear weather |
| listless | characterized by lack of interest, energy, or spirit |
| philatelist | a specialist in philately : one who collects or studies stamps |
| vagrant | one who has no established residence and wanders idly from place to place without lawful or visible means of support |
| latch | to lay hold with or as if with the hands or arms |