GRE Word List

SHARD

a piece or fragment of a brittle substance

The meaning of the word shard is a piece or fragment of a brittle substance.

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WordMeaning
decompositionto separate into constituent parts or elements or into simpler compounds
connoisseurexpert
prolixityunduly prolonged or drawn out : too long
introverta person whose personality is characterized by introversion : a typically reserved or quiet person who tends to be introspective and enjoys spending time alone
grislyinspiring horror or intense fear
infringeto encroach upon in a way that violates law or the rights of another
concentrichaving a common center
blueslow spirits : melancholy
incubateto sit on (eggs) so as to hatch by the warmth of the body
pastrya dough that is used to make pies and other baked goods and typically has a high fat content : paste