GRE Word List
SYNTHESIS
the composition or combination of parts or elements so as to form a whole
The meaning of the word synthesis is the composition or combination of parts or elements so as to form a whole.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| predator | an organism that primarily obtains food by the killing and consuming of other organisms : an organism that lives by predation |
| wisp | a small handful (as of hay or straw) |
| penance | an act of self-abasement, mortification (see mortification |
| mortify | to subject to severe and vexing embarrassment : shame |
| punitive | inflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment |
| kudos | praise given for achievement |
| withhold | to hold back from action : check |
| adroit | having or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situations |
| primogeniture | the state of being the firstborn of the children of the same parents |
| elucidate | to make lucid especially by explanation or analysis |