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
podiuma low wall serving as a foundation or terrace wall: such as
complaisantmarked by an inclination to please or oblige
noosea loop with a slipknot that binds closer the more it is drawn
discourseverbal interchange of ideas
odiumthe state or fact of being subjected to hatred and contempt as a result of a despicable act or blameworthy circumstance
assayto analyze (something, such as an ore) for one or more specific components
emasculateto deprive of strength, vigor, or spirit : weaken
damnto condemn to a punishment or fate
numismatistthe study or collection of coins, tokens, and paper money and sometimes related objects (such as medals)
crypticsecret