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.

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WordMeaning
blighta disease or injury of plants marked by the formation of lesions, withering, and death of parts (such as leaves and tubers)
spinto draw out and twist fiber into yarn or thread
engulfto flow over and enclose : overwhelm
catastrophea momentous tragic event ranging from extreme misfortune to utter overthrow or ruin
douseto plunge into water
mockto treat with contempt or ridicule : deride
peerlessmatchless
quandarya state of perplexity or doubt
vainhaving or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited
apeany of various large tailless semi-erect primates of Africa and southeastern Asia (such as the chimpanzee, gorilla, orangutan, or gibbon)