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
espousemarry
derangedmentally unsound : crazy
desolatedevoid of inhabitants and visitors : deserted
importunatetroublesomely urgent : overly persistent in request or demand
sturdyfirmly built or constituted : stout
jetsamthe part of a ship, its equipment, or its cargo that is cast overboard to lighten the load in time of distress and that sinks or is washed ashore
detonationthe action or process of detonating
inalienableincapable of being alienated, surrendered, or transferred
denigrateto attack the reputation of : defame
dogmaticcharacterized by or given to the expression of opinions very strongly or positively as if they were facts