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

WordMeaning
ambiencea feeling or mood associated with a particular place, person, or thing : atmosphere
introverta person whose personality is characterized by introversion : a typically reserved or quiet person who tends to be introspective and enjoys spending time alone
mutterto utter sounds or words indistinctly or with a low voice and with the lips partly closed
luxuriateto grow profusely : thrive
taxonomistthe study of the general principles of scientific classification : systematics
prohibitivetending to prohibit or restrain
murkycharacterized by a heavy dimness or obscurity caused by or like that caused by overhanging fog or smoke
miragean optical (see optical
misogynista person who hates or discriminates against women : a misogynistic person
defrockto deprive of the right to exercise the functions of office